Clicky

Health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal
All Recipes

Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup

2020 Views

Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup is a hearty and comforting dish inspired by classic cabbage rolls. This easy slow cooker version combines ground meat, cabbage, rice, and tomatoes in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner, and the slow cooker makes it practically effortless. Let’s get started!

Table of Contents

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground pork or turkey)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chopped green cabbage
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Soup

  1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef and onion mixture to the slow cooker.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the minced garlic, chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, rice, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, and bay leaves to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.

Cook the Soup

  1. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the rice is cooked through.
  2. Serve: Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Cook’s Notes and Tips

  • Ground Meat Options: You can use ground beef, pork, turkey, or a mix for this recipe. Each adds a unique flavor.
  • Rice: Long-grain rice works well, but you can also use brown rice—just note that it may take longer to cook.
  • Tomato Sauce: If you prefer a thicker soup, you can reduce the amount of broth or add an extra can of tomato sauce.

Variations

  • Low-Carb Version: Substitute the rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Add it during the last hour of cooking.
  • Spicy Kick: Add 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
  • Vegetarian Option: Use vegetable broth and substitute the ground meat with a plant-based meat alternative or add extra vegetables like bell peppers and mushrooms.

Serving Suggestions

  • Crusty Bread: Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the rich broth.
  • Side Salad: Pair with a fresh green salad to balance the heartiness of the soup.
  • Dollop of Sour Cream: Add a dollop of sour cream on top for extra creaminess.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I Make This Soup Ahead of Time?

Yes, this soup is great for making ahead. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The flavors develop even more after sitting overnight.

How Do I Store Leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?

Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox.

Plus you'll get great new recipes from us every week!

Can I Freeze Cabbage Roll Soup?

Absolutely! Let the soup cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Can I Use Brown Rice Instead of White Rice?

Yes, you can use brown rice, but it may take longer to cook. You might need to add extra broth if the soup becomes too thick.

How Can I Make the Soup Thicker?

If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the amount of broth by 1 cup or add more tomato sauce. You can also let the soup simmer with the lid off for the last 30 minutes of cooking.

WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?

Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox.

Plus you'll get great new recipes from us every week!

Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting, hearty meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in. With tender cabbage, savory meat, and flavorful broth, this easy slow cooker recipe brings all the classic flavors of cabbage rolls without the fuss. Gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and enjoy this warm and satisfying soup!

Happy Cooking!

You may also like...

health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Bacon Soup

Health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Grandma’s Polish Cookies

health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Irresistible Garlic Butter Chicken & Noodles Recipe

health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe

Health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Ravioli Lasagna

Health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal

Swiss Chicken Casserole

2,962 Comments

  2. Thank you for being clear and direct, that simple approach saves so much frustration on the reader’s end, and a stop at bargainvertex only made me more sure of it, the rest of the content seems to follow the same pattern which is a great sign of consistent editorial care behind the scenes.

  5. Just nice to read something that does not feel like it was assembled from a content brief, and a stop at erminecondor kept that handcrafted feel going, you can tell when a real human with real understanding is behind the words versus a templated piece churned out for an algorithm to find.

  7. Liked the natural conversational tone throughout, never stiff and never overly casual either, and a stop at erminecondor kept that comfortable middle ground going, finding a tone that respects the reader without becoming distant or overly familiar is harder than it sounds and this site nails that balance consistently across many different pieces.

  10. Топовая онлайн школа английского — для тех, кто хочет заниматься в комфортном темпе. В YES Center вы выберете уровень и формат, а опытные педагоги помогут заговорить уверенно. Гибкое расписание подойдёт даже при плотном графике работы или учёбы.

  13. Glad to find a site whose links lead somewhere worth going rather than back to itself for SEO juice, and a stop at eskimoarbor kept that generous outbound feel, citing other peoples work with real respect rather than just for ranking signals is a sign of an honest operation worth supporting going forward.

  14. Following a few of the internal links revealed more posts of similar quality, and a stop at chimneycargo added more to that growing pile, sites where internal links lead to more good content rather than to more of the same recycled material are sites with depth and this one has clearly built that depth carefully.

  15. Glad to find a site whose links lead somewhere worth going rather than back to itself for SEO juice, and a stop at eskimoarbor kept that generous outbound feel, citing other peoples work with real respect rather than just for ranking signals is a sign of an honest operation worth supporting going forward.

  16. A clear case of writing that does not try to do too much in one post, and a look at talentnexus maintained the same scoped discipline, posts that try to cover too much end up covering nothing well and this site has clearly chosen scope discipline as a core editorial principle which shows up clearly in what I read.

  18. Reading this in a moment of low energy still kept my attention, and a stop at chimneycargo continued that engagement under suboptimal conditions, content that survives the reader being tired is content with extra reserves of pull and this site has the kind of writing that holds up even when I am not at my reading best.

  19. A clear case of writing that does not try to do too much in one post, and a look at talentnexus maintained the same scoped discipline, posts that try to cover too much end up covering nothing well and this site has clearly chosen scope discipline as a core editorial principle which shows up clearly in what I read.

  24. Useful enough to recommend to several people I know who would appreciate it, and a stop at eskimobadge added more material I will pass along too, the kind of writing that earns word of mouth is the kind that actually delivers on its promises which is what this site does without any drama or fanfare attached.

  25. My friends would appreciate a few of these posts and I will be sending links accordingly, and a look at eskimobadge added more pages to my share queue, content that earns shares to specific people in specific contexts is content with social utility and this site is generating those targeted shares from me consistently lately.

  26. One of the more thoughtful posts I have read recently on this topic, and a stop at bloomhavenhub added even more weight to that impression, this is genuinely good content that holds its own against far better known sites in the same space without trying to imitate any of them at all which I appreciate.

  27. Reading this prompted me to subscribe to my first newsletter in months, and a stop at bloomhavenhub confirmed the subscribe was the right call, content that earns a newsletter signup is content that has cleared a higher trust bar than a casual visit and this site has clearly earned that level of commitment from me.

  32. Started forming counter examples to test the claims and the post handled most of them implicitly, and a look at motovoyager continued that anticipatory style, writers who think two steps ahead of the critical reader save themselves from a lot of follow up work and this writer has clearly internalised that habit consistently.

  33. Learned something from this without having to dig through layers of fluff, and a stop at motovoyager added a bit more context that helped tie things together for me, definitely a useful corner of the internet for anyone who wants real information without the usual marketing nonsense around it that often ruins similar pages.

  35. Closed the laptop after this and let the ideas settle for a few hours, and a stop at primepropertygo similarly rewarded reflective time, content that benefits from sitting with rather than racing past is the kind I want more of and the kind that this site appears to consistently produce week after week here.

  37. Reading this gave me a small sense of progress on a topic I have been slowly working through, and a stop at primepropertygo added another step forward, learning happens in small increments across many sources and finding sources that consistently contribute is the actual practical value of careful curation in an information rich world.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *