Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a simple soup format. It’s perfect for chilly days or when you need something warm and filling. This soup combines the classic ingredients found in cabbage rolls but in a more convenient and quicker way to prepare.

Why make this recipe

Cabbage Roll Soup allows you to enjoy the delicious flavors of cabbage rolls without all the fuss of rolling and baking. It’s a great one-pot meal that is both satisfying and nutritious. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be made in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

How to make Cabbage Roll Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 oz can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika

Directions:

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
3. Stir in the chopped cabbage, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
4. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
5. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the cabbage is tender.
6. Serve hot.

How to serve Cabbage Roll Soup

Serve this soup hot, garnished with some fresh parsley if you like. It pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

How to store Cabbage Roll Soup

To store any leftovers, let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Tips to make Cabbage Roll Soup

• Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
• Add more vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
• Adjust the seasonings to your taste; if you like it spicy, add some crushed red pepper flakes.

Variation

For a vegetarian version, you can replace the ground beef with lentils or mushrooms, and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.

FAQs

Can I use frozen cabbage for this soup?
Yes, you can use frozen cabbage. Just thaw it before adding to the soup.

Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
Absolutely! Brown the meat and onions first, then add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Is this soup gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free, but make sure your beef broth and any other packaged ingredients are also gluten-free.

Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a simple soup format, perfect for chilly days.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small head cabbage, chopped
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 oz can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• to taste Salt and pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika

Method

 

Cooking

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
3. Stir in the chopped cabbage, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
4. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
5. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the cabbage is tender.
6. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve with fresh parsley garnish, crusty bread or a side salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.