Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup

Savor Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup, a hearty, low-calorie soup that captures all the comforting flavors of classic cabbage rolls—tender ground beef, rice, cabbage, and a rich tomato broth—without the fuss of rolling. This healthy slow-cooker meal is perfect for cozy, nutritious dinners.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup is the ultimate healthy comfort food—delivering all the cozy, savory satisfaction of traditional cabbage rolls but in a simple, one-pot soup form. It’s naturally low-calorie, high-protein, and packed with vegetables, making it ideal for weight loss, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. The slow cooker does all the work, turning inexpensive ingredients into a flavorful, filling meal that tastes even better the next day. No rolling, no mess, just pure deliciousness.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use Lean Ground Beef → Keeps calories low while maintaining flavor.
• Add Rice Last → Prevents mushiness; stir in during last 30 minutes.
• Taste & Adjust → Cabbage absorbs seasoning; add more herbs or vinegar at end.
• Thicken Naturally → Mash some potatoes or use a cornstarch slurry if desired.
• Double for Freezing → This soup freezes beautifully.
• Serve with Crusty Bread → For non-keto versions, or keep it light with a side salad.

Yield: 8 Servings

Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup

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Hearty, low-calorie cabbage roll soup made effortlessly in the crockpot.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 6 hours

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 lb lean ground beef (90% or leaner)
• 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• Optional: 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. Brown Beef → Cook ground beef in skillet until no longer pink; drain fat.
2. Prep Veggies → Dice onion and mince garlic.
3. Layer Crockpot → Add cabbage, onion, garlic, and cooked beef.
4. Add Rice → Sprinkle uncooked rice over top.
5. Pour Tomatoes → Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
6. Season → Sprinkle parsley, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
7. Add Broth → Pour beef broth over everything; stir gently.
8. Slow Cook → Low 6 hours or high 3 hours until cabbage is tender.
9. Final Stir → Taste and adjust seasoning; add vinegar if desired.
10. Serve → Ladle into bowls and enjoy this comforting, healthy soup!

Notes

• Use lean beef to keep calories low.
• Rice absorbs liquid—add extra broth if too thick.
• Leftovers taste even better the next day.
• Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream for creaminess.

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 204Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 3gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 51mgSodium 962mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 2gSugar 3gProtein 19g

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Ingredients Notes

• Ground Beef → 90% lean or turkey for lower calories.
• Cabbage → Green cabbage, chopped; adds bulk and fiber.
• Rice → Long-grain white or brown; uncooked for best texture.
• Diced Tomatoes → Canned with juice for rich broth.
• Tomato Sauce → Low-sodium to control salt.
• Beef Broth → Low-sodium; vegetable broth for lighter option.
• Onion & Garlic → Build savory base.
• Herbs → Dried parsley, oregano, paprika for classic flavor.

Variations and Substitutions

• Low-Carb → Omit rice or use cauliflower rice.
• Vegetarian → Use lentils or plant-based ground meat.
• Spicy → Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
• Extra Veggies → Bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini.
• Turkey Version → Ground turkey for even lower calories.
• Instant Pot → 10 minutes high pressure + natural release.

Storage Options

• Refrigerator → Airtight container up to 5 days.
• Freezer → Freeze in portions up to 3 months.
• Reheating → Stovetop or microwave with splash of broth.

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