Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

6 servings
This slow cooker unstuffed cabbage rolls recipe is perfect if you love the taste of classic cabbage rolls but dread the time-consuming process of making them. Simply combine all the ingredients: ground meat, cabbage, cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, beef broth, onion, garlic, and seasonings in the slow cooker. Sit back and let it cook to perfection. The result is a comforting meal that’s packed with flavor. Instructions to make this healthy low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 compatible unstuffed cabbage rolls recipe in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients

  • cabbage

    chopped, approximately 1 pound or 4 cups

    1 head
  • ground meat
    1 lb
  • cauliflower rice
    1 ½ c
  • diced or crushed tomatoes
    28 oz
  • low-sodium beef broth

    use 1 cup broth for instant pot

    ½ c
  • onion

    diced

    ½ c
  • garlic cloves

    minced

    2
  • salt

    or more

    1 ½ tsp
  • dried parsley
    1 tbsp
  • smoked paprika
    ½ tsp
  • pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • oil
    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and cook until no longer pink, crumbling as you go. Drain grease.

  2. 2

    Add ground meat along with all ingredients EXCEPT the cauliflower rice to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.

  3. 3

    Cook HIGH 3-4 hour or LOW 6-8.

  4. 4

    Add cauliflower rice and cook an additional 15-30 minutes or until rice is tender.

  5. 5

    Set pressure cooker to the high saute setting. Once hot, add oil.

  6. 6

    Add ground meat & onion and cook until browned, 3-5 minutes, crumbling the meat as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.

  7. 7

    Add all other ingredients EXCEPT the cauliflower rice. Stir to mix well.

  8. 8

    Add lid, close and seal vent. Select manual setting and set time for 7 minutes. When cook time is completed, natural release pressure 5 minutes then quick release any remaining pressure.

  9. 9

    Open lid & stir in cauliflower rice.

  10. 10

    Add lid, close and seal vent. Select manual setting and set time for 0 (zero) minutes. Quick release pressure.

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

4.6(9)250 min6 servings178 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting flavors of classic cabbage rolls but dread the time-consuming process of making them? This Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe delivers all that savory goodness with minimal effort, letting your slow cooker do all the heavy lifting.

The genius of "unstuffed" cabbage means you get that beloved hearty combination of ground meat, tender cabbage, and a rich tomato sauce without any fussy prep work. Simply combining everything in one pot allows the flavors to meld beautifully over time, creating a deeply satisfying meal that also happens to be wonderfully low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 compliant.

What to Expect

You can expect a bowl full of tender cabbage, savory ground meat, and a rich, slightly tangy tomato-based sauce, all infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and a hint of smoked paprika. The cauliflower rice blends seamlessly, adding body without the carbs, making this a truly comforting and wholesome dish. It's a surprisingly light yet incredibly satisfying meal, perfect for a cozy evening in.

This versatile recipe is forgiving to customization. Feel free to use your favorite ground meat, whether it's beef, turkey, or pork, to suit your preference. While cauliflower rice keeps it low-carb, you could easily add more chopped cabbage for extra texture. Don't have smoked paprika? Regular paprika will work, offering a slightly different but still delicious flavor profile.

This hearty Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls makes for a perfect weeknight dinner that feels like a special, comforting meal. Serve it simply in a bowl, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of color.

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