Ingredients
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- 1 head Green cabbage
- 1 cup Cooked lentils
- 1 cup Cooked rice
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) Tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill), to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully remove the leaves from the cabbage and blanch them in boiling water for about 2 minutes until pliable.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked lentils, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the mixture into each cabbage leaf, roll it tightly, and tuck in the sides.
- Spread some tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, arrange the cabbage rolls seam side down, and pour the remaining tomato sauce over them.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Let the rolls rest 5–10 minutes after baking before serving.
Notes
Ensure there’s a thin layer of sauce in the dish and pour sauce over rolls before baking to avoid dryness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegan