Cabbage Roll Soup – Easy Recipes

Here’s a delicious and hearty Cabbage Roll Soup recipe that has all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls but in an easy-to-make soup!

Servings: 6-8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey/pork)

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups green cabbage, chopped

1 large carrot, diced

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)

½ cup uncooked rice (white or brown)

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp dried thyme

½ tsp dried oregano

1 bay leaf

Salt & pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Sauté the Beef & Aromatics:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Stir in onions and garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add Vegetables & Liquids:

Add cabbage, carrots, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.

Stir in Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

Cook the Soup:

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

Add the Rice:

Stir in uncooked rice and let the soup simmer for another 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and cabbage are tender.

Final Touches & Serve:

Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning adjustments.

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Serve hot with crusty bread or a side of mashed potatoes.

Make it Low-Carb: Replace rice with cauliflower rice, or omit it altogether.

Slow Cooker Version: Brown the beef, then add all ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

Freezer-Friendly: Let the soup cool completely, then store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.