Quinoa Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Name: Quinoa Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing; 1/2 cup quinoa; 1 lb cabbage, 14 outer leaves separated, remainder cut into thin strips; 1 clove garlic, peeled and diced; 1 None red chili, deseeded and finely chopped; 1 None onion, peeled and cut into strips; 1 None cinnamon stick; 1/2 lb potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 - 14 oz can chopped tomatoes; 1/3 cup raisins

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 425u00b0F. Brush a baking sheet with oil. Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions. Blanch the outer 14 leaves of the cabbage in boiling salted water. Drain and refresh with cold water. Cut the stalks slightly so the leaves lie flat.
2
Heat oil in a saucepan and saute the garlic and chili until softened. Remove 2 tbsp oil from the pan and set aside. Add the onion to the pan and saute until softened. Add the cinnamon, potatoes and cabbage strips and saute for 3 mins. Add the tomatoes and raisins and cook for 2 mins. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove the cinnamon stick and stir in the quinoa.
3
Lay the blanched cabbage leaves flat on a work surface and spoon on the quinoa mixture. Roll up and place on the baking tray with the seam side down. Bake for 20 mins. Arrange on a plate and drizzle with the reserved oil.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing, 1/2 cup quinoa, 1 lb cabbage, 14 outer leaves separated, remainder cut into thin strips, 1 clove garlic, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Stuffed Cabbage Rolls falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quinoa Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

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Variations & substitutions

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