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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Turkey and Rice

These Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are a hearty, comforting dish made with tender cabbage leaves filled with a flavorful mixture of ground turkey, rice, onions, and garlic. Baked in a rich tomato sauce, this dish is a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner!
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Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cost $24.25
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup uncooked rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes (with liquid)
  • 20 oz ground turkey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cabbage Rolls:

  • 1 large cabbage
  • ½ can tomato juice

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Rice:

  • Cook ½ cup of rice in a rice cooker or according to package instructions. Set aside.

Prepare the Cabbage:

  • Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil.
  • Submerge the whole cabbage in the boiling water.
  • Using tongs, test the leaves—once they become flexible, carefully peel them off and set aside.
  • Continue this process until all the large leaves are softened (about 5 minutes).

Cook the Filling:

  • Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent (about 10 minutes).
  • Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with liquid), ground turkey, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook until the turkey is fully cooked (about 10 minutes).
  • Add the cooked rice and mix well.

Assemble the Cabbage Rolls:

  • Line the bottom of a casserole dish with a few softened cabbage leaves.
  • Take a single cabbage leaf and place a scoop of the meat and rice mixture in the center.
  • Fold the two sides inward, then roll tightly.
  • Place the seam-side down in the casserole dish.
  • Repeat until all the filling is used and the dish is full.

Add the Sauce:

  • Pour ½ can of tomato juice evenly over the cabbage rolls.

Bake the Cabbage Rolls:

  • Cover the dish with foil or a lid.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until the cabbage rolls are tender.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Remove from the oven and serve warm.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
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