Step 2: Add the Cabbage and Base Ingredients
- Add the chopped cabbage to the pot and stir for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
0.0.In Step 3, bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• • In Step 4, stir in the uncooked rice and simmer for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the rice is tender. If using cooked rice, add it in the last 5 minutes of cooking to warm it through.
0.0.In Step 5, remove the bay leaf and taste the soup. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or dill, and serve with crusty bread or rolls.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
• • – Hearty and Filling: This soup is a complete meal in one bowl, packed with protein, vegetables, and rice.
- – Easy to Make: No rolling or stuffing required—just chop, simmer, and enjoy.
- – Customizable: Swap ground beef for turkey, add different vegetables, or adjust spices to suit your taste.
Pro Tips for Success:
0.0.– Make It Ahead: This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
- – Low-Carb Option: Skip the rice and use cauliflower rice instead.
- – Freezer-Friendly: Let the soup cool completely, then freeze in portions for a quick and easy meal later.
This Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings all the best parts of cabbage rolls to your table with less effort. Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week! 🥬🍲✨ Enjoy!
