Cabbage Rolls

These Vegetarian Cabbage Rolls are a delightful blend of seasoned rice, lentils, and vegetables wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, they are hearty, healthy, and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Green cabbage - 4 large leaves
• Cooked brown rice - 1/2 cup
• Cooked green lentils - 1/2 cup
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Tomato sauce - 1 cup
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese - 2 tablespoons, grated (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the cabbage leaves for 2-3 minutes until they are softened. Remove and set aside to cool.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the grated carrot and diced bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Take one cabbage leaf and place about 1/4 cup of the filling at the base of the leaf. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form a packet. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
6. Spread half of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish, then top with the remaining tomato sauce.
7. Cover the dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
8. If using, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

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