Turkey-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Name: Turkey-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cups water; 6 large green cabbage leaves; 1 lb ground turkey, crumbled (breast meat only, no skin); 1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup); 2 garlic cloves, minced, divided; 1 cup cooked wild rice; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves, divided; 1 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves

Servings: persons

½ cups water
6 large green cabbage leaves
1 lb ground turkey, crumbled (breast meat only, no skin)
1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced, divided
1 cup cooked wild rice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves

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1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. In 4-quart saucepan, bring water to boil over high heat. Immerse cabbage leaves in water for 1 minute, or until color brightens. Immediately plunge leaves into ice water. Drain. Set aside.
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2. Combine turkey, onion and 1 clove garlic in 10-inch skillet. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, or until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender-crisp, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in rice, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the salt.
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3. Spoon 1/2 cup turkey mixture into center of each cabbage leaf. Roll up leaves, folding in sides. Place cabbage rolls, seam-side-down, in 8-inch square baking dish. Set aside.
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4. Combine remaining clove garlic, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the tomato sauce and basil in 1-cup measure. Pour sauce evenly over rolls. Cover with foil. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until centers of rolls are hot and sauce is bubbly. Spoon sauce over rolls when serving.

450

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cups water, 6 large green cabbage leaves, 1 lb ground turkey, crumbled (breast meat only, no skin), 1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Turkey-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Turkey-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

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