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Cabbage Roll Soup

Cozy Cabbage Roll Soup for a Hearty Family Feast

This Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that transforms classic cabbage rolls into a nourishing bowl, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean ground beef recommended
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to dietary needs
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
For the Vegetables and Liquid
  • 1 medium Cabbage Shredded
  • 2 medium Carrots Finely chopped
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Low-sugar options preferred
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Canned or fresh
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Uncooked White Rice Brown rice or quinoa can substitute
For Brightness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Red wine vinegar can be used
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional, can substitute with basil or cilantro

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add cabbage, carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and uncooked rice. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. Just before serving, stir in lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup tastes even better the next day and is perfect for meal prep.

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