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Cabbage Roll Soup: A Hearty and Flavorful Comfort Meal

This hearty cabbage roll soup combines tender ground beef, sweet cabbage, and tangy tomatoes for a comforting, filling dish. Simmered with rice and aromatic spices, it’s a perfect hearty meal for any season.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Samantha Jones

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 3/4 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it into pieces.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  • Stir in chopped cabbage and cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
  • Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and tomato sauce; stir to combine.
  • Pour in beef broth, add rice, salt, and pepper; stir well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and cabbage is soft.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Notes

Use halal-certified beef if preferred.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with lentils or mushrooms.