5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup:
This slow cooker cabbage roll soup delivers all the cozy, nostalgic flavor of classic stuffed cabbage rolls without the time-consuming rolling and baking. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this unstuffed cabbage roll soup is hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings.
Everything you love about traditional cabbage rolls tender cabbage, savory ground beef, tomatoes, and rice comes together effortlessly in the crockpot. Just dump, set, and let the slow cooker do the work while your kitchen fills with comforting, home-cooked aromas.
Benefits of This Recipe:
Only 5 ingredients simple pantry staples
Slow cooker friendly hands-off cooking
Budget-friendly feeds a family without breaking the bank
Hearty & filling protein, vegetables, and grains in one bowl
Comfort food classic perfect for cold weather meals
Great for leftovers reheats beautifully
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (80–90% lean)
4 cups chopped green cabbage (about ½ medium head)
1 cup uncooked white rice (long-grain or parboiled)
1 (28-oz) can crushed or diced tomatoes, with juices
4 cups beef broth (or enough to just cover ingredients)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
Chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch squares).
Add the cooked beef to the slow cooker, followed by cabbage and uncooked rice.
Pour in the tomatoes with juices and add beef broth until ingredients are just covered.
Season with salt and pepper. Stir gently.
Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or
HIGH for 3–4 hours, until cabbage is tender and rice is fully cooked.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more broth if a thinner soup is desired. Serve hot.
Serving Suggestions:
This unstuffed cabbage roll soup is a complete meal on its own, but it pairs beautifully with:
Crusty bread or cornbread
A simple green salad
Dill pickles or pickled beets for contrast
A sprinkle of sharp cheddar on top
Variations & Pro Tips:
Lean option: Use ground turkey or chicken
Whole grain: Swap white rice for brown rice (add extra cooking time)
More veggies: Add onions or carrots for extra flavor
Classic tang: Stir in a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end
Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to individual bowls
Perfect For:
Busy families
Meal prep
Comfort food lovers
Crockpot dinners
Cold-weather meals
