Cabbage Roll Soup

Want a Cabbage Roll Soup recipe that makes your weeknight dinner special? You’re in the right place! This hearty soup brings all the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a simple, one-pot dish. It’s packed with tender cabbage, ground beef, tomatoes, and rice, simmered in a rich broth for a warm and satisfying meal.

This recipe transforms classic stuffed cabbage rolls into an easy-to-make soup with just a little effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this Cabbage Roll Soup delivers cozy, home-cooked flavors in a fraction of the time. Serve it with crusty bread for a meal the whole family will love!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Cutting board & knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients Overview

• Ground Beef: Adds rich, hearty flavor.
• Cabbage: The star ingredient, giving the soup its signature taste.
• Rice: Absorbs the flavors of the broth and makes the soup extra filling.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup cooked white rice (or brown rice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1: Brown the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 2: Add the Vegetables & Seasonings

1. Stir in chopped cabbage, carrots, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf.
2. Cook for 5 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften.

Step 3: Simmer the Soup

1. Pour in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Step 4: Add the Rice & Serve

1. Stir in cooked rice and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
2. Remove bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
3. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, ~6 servings)

• Calories: ~320
• Fat: ~12g
• Carbohydrates: ~35g
• Protein: ~18g

Expert Tips

• For Extra Flavor: Brown the meat with a little tomato paste before adding the liquids.
• Make It Low-Carb: Swap the rice for cauliflower rice.
• For a Thicker Soup: Let it simmer longer, or mash some of the cabbage and tomatoes.

FAQs

Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes! Brown the beef first, then add all ingredients (except rice) to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in cooked rice before serving.

What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze cabbage roll soup?
Yes! Let the soup cool, then freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezing: Freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

Substitutions & Variations

• Vegetarian Option: Use lentils instead of beef and vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
• Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
• Different Grains: Swap rice for quinoa or barley for a twist.

abbage Roll Soup

Want a **Cabbage Roll Soup** recipe that makes your weeknight dinner special? You’re in the right place! This hearty soup brings all the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a simple, one-pot dish. It’s packed with tender cabbage, ground beef, tomatoes, and rice, simmered in a rich broth for a warm and satisfying meal.

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Equipment

• - Large pot or Dutch oven
• - Cutting board & knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  

• - 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
• - 1 small onion diced
• - 3 cloves garlic minced
• - 4 cups green cabbage chopped
• - 1 large carrot diced
• - 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• - 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
• - 4 cups beef broth
• - 1 cup cooked white rice or brown rice
• - 1 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• - 1 teaspoon paprika
• - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• - 1 bay leaf
• - 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

 

• #### **Step 1: Brown the Beef**
• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
• Add onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
• #### **Step 2: Add the Vegetables & Seasonings**
• Stir in chopped cabbage, carrots, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf.
• Cook for 5 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften.
• #### **Step 3: Simmer the Soup**
• Pour in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for **25-30 minutes** until vegetables are tender.
• #### **Step 4: Add the Rice & Serve**
• Stir in cooked rice and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
• Remove bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.