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Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

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4.3 from 7 reviews

A hearty and flavorful unstuffed cabbage rolls recipe that combines lean ground beef, fresh cabbage, and a rich tomato sauce seasoned with Italian spices. This easy skillet meal provides all the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the fuss of rolling, making it perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • ½ pound lean ground beef
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chopped cabbage

Tomato Sauce and Seasoning

  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Spray the skillet with cooking spray and add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring often, until the onion begins to soften.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until the beef is fully browned and cooked through.
  3. Cook the Cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and stir to combine with the meat mixture. Reduce heat to medium, cover the skillet, and cook for 7 minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Remove the cover, then add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Simmer the Dish: Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 6 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces slightly. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Each generous serving is only 3 Weight Watchers points and contains 8 net carbs, making it a diet-friendly choice.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb