How to Make Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Cabbage Rolls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cabbage rolls are a classic comfort food dish that has been enjoyed for generations. They are typically made with a meat filling, but this vegetarian version is just as satisfying and delicious. These Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Cabbage Rolls are filled with a flavorful mixture of rice, lentils, and vegetables, then simmered in a tangy sweet and sour sauce.

These cabbage rolls are perfect for a cozy family dinner, and they make a great option for entertaining guests as well. The combina...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large head green cabbage
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 3 ½ cups meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
  • ½ cup chopped carrots
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup raisins
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • While water is coming to a boil, remove 8 outer leaves from the head of cabbage. Shred remaining cabbage. Place 4 cups shredded cabbage in the bottom of a 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker. Reserve any extra cabbage for another use.
  • Cook the outer cabbage leaves in the boiling water until just limp, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain. Trim the thick rib in the center of each leaf; set aside.
  • Combine beans, rice, 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic in a medium bowl. Divide bean mixture evenly among cooled cabbage leaves, using about 1/3 cup mixture per leaf. Fold the sides of each leaf over the filling and roll up.
  • Combine remaining spaghetti sauce, raisins, lemon juice, and brown sugar in a bowl.
  • Pour 1/2 of the sauce over the cabbage in the slow cooker; stir to mix. Place cabbage rolls on top and pour remaining sauce over the rolls.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 1207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 96g
    • Dietary Fiber: 23g
    • Total Sugars: 43g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 128mg
    • Calcium: 240mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1515mg