Ingredients
For the Casserole
1 lb (450 g) ground beef, turkey, or pork
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 small head green cabbage, chopped or shredded
1 cup shredded carrots (optional)
Tomato Dill Sauce
1 (15-oz) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
-
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
-
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with olive oil.
2. Cook the Meat
-
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat until browned.
-
Add onion, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper; sauté 3–4 minutes.
-
Stir in cooked rice and shredded carrots (if using). Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Casserole
-
Layer half of the chopped cabbage in the baking dish.
-
Spread the meat and rice mixture evenly over the cabbage.
-
Top with remaining cabbage.
4. Make the Tomato Dill Sauce
-
In a small bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dill, sugar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
-
Pour evenly over the layered casserole.
5. Bake
-
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
-
Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cabbage is tender and sauce is bubbly.
6. Serve
-
Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
-
Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Notes
Meat alternatives: Use ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat for a lighter version.
Rice swaps: Quinoa or cauliflower rice can be used for variation.
Extra flavor: Add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the sauce for tanginess.
Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
Nutrition
- Calories: 380