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Lentil and Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Lentil and Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls for Cozy Comfort Meals

Enjoy these Vegan Lentil and Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls that combine wholesome ingredients for a comforting and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup lentils brown or green
  • 1 cup rice cooked
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 medium carrots optional, grated
  • 1 cup spinach optional, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup nuts optional, crushed walnuts or pine nuts
Cabbage and Seasonings
  • 1 head cabbage green or Savoy
  • 2 cups tomato sauce homemade preferred

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook lentils and rice according to package instructions until tender, typically 20-30 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion with a splash of oil until golden brown.
  3. Combine cooked lentils, rice, sautéed onions, paprika, and cumin in a mixing bowl.
Cabbage Prep
  1. Remove outer leaves from cabbage and blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until pliable.
  2. Place blanched leaves in an ice water bowl, then drain and cool.
Assembly
  1. Lay a cabbage leaf on a surface and place 2-3 tablespoons of filling at the base.
  2. Tuck sides and roll tightly to secure filling inside.
Sauce
  1. Combine tomato sauce with salt and pepper to taste in a bowl, mixing thoroughly.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of sauce in a baking dish.
  2. Place cabbage rolls seam-side down and pour remaining sauce over.
  3. Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes until heated through.
Serving
  1. Let rolls cool for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Serve with a drizzle of sauce and a side salad or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize the filling with additional vegetables or different grains, and be generous with the sauce for moisture.

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