Description
This Cabbage Roll Soup delivers all the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls in an easy, one-pot soup. Featuring tender cabbage, ground beef, rice, and a savory tomato broth, this hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- ½ cup uncooked white rice
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in onion and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cabbage, carrots, broth, tomato sauce, rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes until rice and vegetables are tender.
- Season & Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Swap Proteins: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use Brown Rice: Swap white rice for brown rice (increase cook time by 10–15 minutes).
- Vegetarian Option: Replace beef with plant-based meat and use vegetable broth.
- Make-Ahead: Tastes even better the next day! Refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
