Keto Cabbage Rolls
These Keto Cabbage Rolls are a flavorful, low-carb twist on a classic comfort food, perfect for meal prep and satisfying your cravings!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 0.25 cup onions diced
- 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- a pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 egg whisked
- 2 cups marinara sauce divided
Instructions
Prepare the Cabbage
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Remove the core from the cabbage head and place it in the boiling water. Blanch the cabbage for 2-3 minutes until the leaves are tender. Remove and let cool. Peel off 12-14 large leaves once cool enough to handle.
Sauté the Aromatics
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Make the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cauliflower rice, sautéed onions and garlic, minced parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, ground nutmeg, and whisked egg. Mix well.
Assemble the Cabbage Rolls
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 2-3 tablespoons of meat mixture at the base of one cabbage leaf. Fold sides and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
Prepare for Baking
- Spread 1 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the rolls.
Bake
- Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until rolls are cooked through and sauce is bubbly.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
- Aluminum Foil
Notes
- Make sure to blanch the cabbage leaves to prevent them from being tough and difficult to roll.
- You can substitute ground beef with other proteins like turkey, chicken, or shredded pork for variety.
- These cabbage rolls freeze well; freeze them unbaked and bake directly from frozen with adjusted cooking time.