Ingredients
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 tbsp light brown sugar
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are tender.
- Add chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, tomato sauce, beef broth, uncooked rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar; mix well.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition and flavor complexity, consider including bell peppers or zucchini in your soup. You can customize the recipe by using ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze them for up to three months.
