Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls offer a delightful twist on the classic dish, combining convenience and rich flavor in one hearty meal. This recipe eliminates the need for meticulous rolling of cabbage leaves, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With ground beef, tender cabbage, and a savory tomato sauce simmering together in your slow cooker, you’ll enjoy the comforting essence of traditional stuffed cabbage without all the fuss. Plus, this dish is easily customizable—substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or add lentils for a vegetarian version. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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 ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until slightly pink; drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and seasonings to the skillet; cook until onions soften.
- Transfer meat mixture to the slow cooker with chopped cabbage.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water; stir well.
- Pour sauce over meat and cabbage; mix gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until cabbage is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg