Description
As a busy mom, I know how challenging it can be to whip up a meal that’s both delicious and satisfying. That’s where my Greek Cabbage Casserole comes in! This dish is a delightful twist on traditional Greek flavors, combining tender cabbage leaves with a savory filling of ground meat, rice, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the core from the cabbage and carefully peel off 12-15 leaves. Blanch the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Lay a cabbage leaf flat and spoon a generous amount of the meat mixture onto the center. Fold the sides over and roll it up tightly. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.
- Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a large baking dish. Pour any remaining meat mixture over the top and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with lentils or mushrooms.
- Feel free to add other spices or herbs according to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg