Description
Cabbage Roll Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a delicious soup. This easy-to-make recipe features tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato broth, making it perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. Not only is it ideal for family dinners and gatherings with friends, but it’s also freezer-friendly for convenient meal prep. With its robust flavor profile and nutritious ingredients, this Cabbage Roll Soup is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 tbsp light brown sugar
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 2–3 minutes until onions are tender.
- Add chopped cabbage and carrots, then pour in tomato sauce and beef broth. Mix in uncooked rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving and top with freshly chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for optimal flavor. Feel free to customize by adding other veggies or substituting ground beef with turkey. The soup can be frozen for up to three months; just thaw it overnight before reheating.