Description
Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls offer a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the tedious rolling. This easy, one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With the slow cooker doing all the work, you can enjoy a hearty and nutritious dinner with minimal fuss. The rich blend of ground beef, tomatoes, and spices creates a savory dish that will please everyone at your table. Plus, it’s customizable to fit various dietary needs—substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or swap in lentils for a vegetarian version.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 14-ounce can petite diced tomatoes
- 6-ounce can tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until slightly pink; drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced onions with thyme, parsley, red pepper flakes, and salt until softened.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker; layer chopped cabbage on top.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water; stir well.
- Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage mixture; mix gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 66mg