I Put Meatballs Inside Cabbage – This Has NEVER Been Done! 🥬💥

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Turkey is lower in fat, while chicken is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt adds protein and reduces calories.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree is fresher, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is often less costly.

Prepare cabbage by blanching leaves in boiling water until pliable, about 2-3 minutes.

In a bowl, mix ground meat, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, and spices until well combined.

Spoon the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll tightly, tucking in the sides.

Place the rolled cabbage in a baking dish, seam side down.

Pour tomato sauce over the cabbage rolls and add bay leaves.

Cover the dish with foil and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is slightly caramelized.

Serve hot, drizzled with lemon juice and a dollop of sour cream.

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