This easy baked cabbage roll casserole captures all the cozy flavor of classic stuffed cabbage rolls without any rolling or fuss. Tender napa cabbage, savory ground turkey, and a rich tomato sauce bake under bubbling mozzarella until golden and comforting. It is a fuss-free weeknight dinner that tastes like it simmered for hours.
Ingredients
- 1 head napa cabbage, shredded
- 1 carrot, grated (optional)
- 200 g tomato sauce
- 2 eggs
- 250 g ground turkey
- A large handful of fresh herbs, chopped
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- Cherry tomatoes
- Mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Salt and dried garlic to taste
Instructions
- Mix the shredded cabbage with the grated carrot, ground turkey, tomato sauce, eggs, sour cream, flour, and plenty of herbs.
- Spread the mixture in a baking dish.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and a layer of mozzarella.
- Bake at 185°C (365°F) for 35 minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs, slice, and serve with a dollop of sour cream.
Tips
- Press the mixture gently into the dish so it holds together neatly when sliced.
- For a deeper golden top, switch on the grill for the last few minutes and watch it closely.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully the next day, making this a great make-ahead dinner. For more weeknight casserole inspiration, Allrecipes offers plenty of baked-dinner ideas, and USDA guidance is a useful reference for balanced plates.
If you love cozy cabbage dinners, try Oven-Baked Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golubtsy) and Lazy Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls (One-Pan) for more comforting, family-friendly suppers.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 139 kcal, protein 5.5 g, fat 7 g, carbs 12.4 g.