Best 4 Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipes

Trying to find a low-carb alternative to traditional cabbage rolls? Look no further! This article will guide you through the steps of creating a delicious and satisfying dish that will keep you on track with your low-carb diet. Using simple, healthy ingredients, you'll learn how to make unstuffed cabbage rolls that are bursting with flavor and nutrition. Get ready to indulge in a meal that is not only tasty but also good for you!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY LAZY CABBAGE ROLL CASSEROLE RECIPE - LOW CARB

Easy Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole Recipe - Low Carb image

This easy lazy cabbage roll casserole recipe without rice is quick to make using common ingredients. Using cauliflower rice makes it healthy, low carb, and delicious. It's the best cabbage roll casserole ever!

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tbsp Avocado oil ((or oil of choice))
4 cloves Garlic ((minced))
1 1/2 lb Ground beef
1 1/2 tsp Sea salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1 medium head Cauliflower ((riced; about 4 cups))
2 tbsp Italian seasoning
3/4 medium head Cabbage ((chopped/shredded; about 6 cups))
3 cup Marinara sauce
3 cup Mozzarella cheese ((shredded; optional - omit for paleo, dairy-free or whole 30))

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for up to a minute, until fragrant.
Increase heat to medium-high. Add the ground beef. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Cook, breaking apart with a spatula, until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain if needed.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).
In a 9x13 in (23x33 cm) glass baking dish, stir together the rice cauliflower, chopped cabbage, and Italian seasoning.
When the ground beef is cooked through, stir that in. Stir in marinara sauce.
Bake for about 30 minutes, until the cabbage is crisp-tender.
Top with shredded mozzarella, if using. (If not, just continue baking without it.) Continue baking for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown and the cabbage is completely cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 466 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLLS

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Lean ground beef creates a fuller, meatier sauce for these delicious unstuffed cabbage rolls. Mixed with the chopped cabbage, it's very hearty. Infused with great flavors, no one will ever realize the recipe is lower in carbs. It's very comforting and filling. A healthy dinner recipe.

Provided by Bruce Lambert

Categories Beef

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2-2 lb lean ground beef
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 small head of cabbage, chopped
2 can(s) diced tomatoes, 14.5 oz each
1 can(s) tomato sauce, 8 oz (more if needed)
1/2 c water
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sea salt

Steps:

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add ground beef and onion and cook, stirring until ground beef is no longer pink and onion is tender.
3. Add garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.
4. Add the chopped cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, pepper, and salt.
5. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.
6. Enjoy!

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLL

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This is a quick and easy main dish. My kids don't even like cabbage, but they love this. I usually try to serve it with green beans, new potatoes, corn, and a pan of corn bread. They eat over half the pan every time. Also, the longer it stands the better it tastes.

Provided by tlc_adams

Categories Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Cabbage

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 small head cabbage, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup water
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Heat a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot Dutch oven until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, garlic, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover Dutch oven, reduce heat, and simmer until cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1294.3 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE CASSEROLE

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Unstuffed cabbage casserole is so much easier to make. NO rolling required, just throw it all in, saute and enjoy those classic flavors.

Provided by The Typical Mom

Categories Entree Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1 onion (diced)
1 bell pepper (diced)
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz., garlic roasted diced tomatoes were used)
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 head cabbage (small head, chopped into 1" squares)
2 c cheese (shredded, colby jack used)

Steps:

In a large skillet or wok put oil, ground beef, onion and bell pepper. Cook at medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
Pour in can of diced tomatoes, and all seasonings. Stir.
Cover top with chopped cabbage, leave a bit of room so lid can fit on top of pot.
Pour 1/4 c of beef broth on top of cabbage. Put lid on and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until cabbage is as tender as you'd like it to be. (if adding 1 cup cooked rice add that in and fold in now)
Sprinkle cheese on top and heat just long enough for it to melt, then serve.
Alternatively you can set oven to 400 degrees, layer top with cheese and bake (in an oven safe cast iron pan or baking dish) until it is melted and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 oz, Calories 339 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 241 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g

Tips:

Choose the right cabbage. Look for a head of cabbage that is firm and has tightly packed leaves. Avoid any heads of cabbage that have brown or wilted leaves.
Prepare the cabbage leaves properly. Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, or until they are softened and pliable. This will make them easier to roll.
Use a variety of fillings. You can use ground beef, pork, chicken, or turkey as the main filling for your unstuffed cabbage rolls. Be sure to season the filling well with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
Don't overcook the cabbage rolls. The cabbage rolls should be cooked until the filling is cooked through and the cabbage leaves are tender, but not mushy. Overcooking the cabbage rolls will make them tough and dry.
Serve the cabbage rolls with your favorite sauce. You can serve the cabbage rolls with a simple tomato sauce, a creamy mushroom sauce, or a tangy mustard sauce.

Conclusion:

Low-carb unstuffed cabbage rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover cabbage. With a variety of fillings and sauces to choose from, you can easily customize this recipe to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give low-carb unstuffed cabbage rolls a try!