These Italian-style stuffed cabbage rolls offer a comforting, home-cooked meal without the hours of simmering usually required. Tender cabbage leaves are wrapped around a savory filling of rice, mushrooms, onions, and Parmesan cheese, then nestled in a warm spaghetti sauce. The microwave method ensures the rolls cook through evenly and quickly, making this a perfect weeknight dinner or a hearty vegetarian lunch. The combination of earthy mushrooms and sharp cheese creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile. Serve hot for a cozy meal that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare.
Stuffed Cabbage Italian Style (Microwave
Description
These Italian-style stuffed cabbage rolls offer a comforting, home-cooked meal without the hours of simmering usually required. Tender cabbage leaves are wrapped around a savory filling of rice, mushrooms, onions, and Parmesan cheese, then nestled in a warm spaghetti sauce. The microwave method ensures the rolls cook through evenly and quickly, making this a perfect weeknight dinner or a hearty vegetarian lunch. The combination of earthy mushrooms and sharp cheese creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile. Serve hot for a cozy meal that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare.Ingredients
Directions
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Trim the thick central rib from each cabbage leaf to make them pliable. Place the leaves in an 11x7 inch microwave-safe baking dish with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on High for 8 to 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
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In a microwave-safe casserole dish, combine salad oil and chopped onion. Cover and microwave on High for 3 minutes. Add the chopped mushrooms and microwave, covered, for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
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Stir the uncooked rice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper into the mushroom and onion mixture. Mix well to combine.
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Place about 1/3 cup of the rice mixture onto the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold the bottom leaf over the filling, then fold the sides inward. Roll tightly into a cylinder.
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Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the 11x7 inch baking dish. Pour the spaghetti sauce evenly over the rolls.
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Cover the dish and microwave on High for 8 to 12 minutes until the cabbage is tender and rice is cooked, rotating the dish halfway through. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 445.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.7g18%
- Saturated Fat 4.4g23%
- Cholesterol 17.1mg6%
- Sodium 1450.5mg61%
- Total Carbohydrate 67.2g23%
- Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
- Sugars 5.5g
- Protein 19.1g39%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Ensure your baking dish is microwave-safe and large enough to hold the rolls in a single layer for even cooking.
If using fresh cabbage leaves from a whole head, blanch them in boiling water for 3-4 minutes before microwaving to ensure they are pliable enough to roll without tearing.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
For a meaty version, add 1/2 pound of cooked ground turkey or beef to the rice mixture.
