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Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole Recipe

Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole Recipe

4.7 from 17 reviews

This Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a comforting dinner. With flavorful ground beef or turkey, savory cabbage, and a cheesy topping, this casserole is a satisfying low-carb meal.

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 small head green cabbage (chopped, about 6 cups)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce (no sugar added)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and let cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage begins to soften.

  6. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella if using.
  7. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen before baking.
  • For added heat, sprinkle in crushed red pepper flakes.

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