Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that takes all the classic flavors of cabbage rolls and transforms them into a warming soup. Packed with ground beef, vegetables, and a savory broth, this soup is a family-friendly meal that’s also gluten and dairy-free. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this soup is easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced finely
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, quartered and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- A few spears of fresh thyme leaves, picked
- 1 small green cabbage, chopped (about 6-7 cups)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 x 8 oz cans crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup brown rice, uncooked, or quinoa
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp honey