Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Greek Cabbage Roll Bowls, a nutritious meal that combines tender ground beef, caramelized cabbage, and fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Each bowl is packed with protein and vegetables, served over a comforting bed of rice. With vibrant flavors from zesty lemon and aromatic dill, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90-93%)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 small cabbage, chopped (about 3 cups)
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Cooked long-grain rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 4-6 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Push onions to one side of the skillet and add ground beef to the other side. Season generously with salt and pepper; brown for about 3-5 minutes while breaking it up with a spatula.
- Stir in dried oregano and chopped cabbage. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender.
- Remove from heat and mix in fresh dill and lemon juice. Serve over cooked rice with additional pepper if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or lentils for a vegetarian option. Consider adding extra lemon slices or a dollop of yogurt on top for added creaminess.