Description

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls offer a delightful twist on traditional cabbage rolls, combining the robust flavors of seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and a savory tomato sauce—all prepared effortlessly in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish allows you to savor comfort food without the fuss of rolling individual leaves. Simply mix your ingredients, set the slow cooker, and return to a warm and hearty meal that everyone will love.

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 vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup water

Instructions

In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until slightly pink and drain excess fat.
Add diced onion and seasonings to the skillet; cook until onions soften.
Transfer the meat mixture into a slow cooker and add chopped cabbage.
In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, and water; stir well.
Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage mixture in the slow cooker and mix gently.
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours until everything is tender.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in bell peppers or zucchini. Allowing the dish to sit for at least 10 minutes after cooking helps enhance flavors.