Cabbage Roll Casserole (Healthy Comfort Food)
Cabbage Roll Casserole (Healthy Comfort Food) is a wholesome dish that simplifies the traditional cabbage roll experience. This one-pan meal combines ground beef, fresh cabbage, and marinara sauce for a flavorful and nutritious dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s quick to prepare and caters to various dietary preferences with easy ingredient swaps. Enjoy this comforting casserole with loved ones—it’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (or cooked white rice)
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3/4 head cabbage, chopped (~6 cups)
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- Optional: 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (omit for dairy-free)
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat and add minced garlic. Cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (approximately 10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine cauliflower rice, chopped cabbage, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef and marinara sauce.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until the cabbage is crisp-tender.
- If desired, top with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg