This one-pan low carb cabbage roll casserole is a quick high-protein dinner with ground beef, cabbage, and cheese. Minimal cleanup and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 small head green cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in chopped cabbage, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix well.

Step 3

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.

Step 4

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Cover again and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted. Alternatively, broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes for a bubbly top.

Step 5

Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

For best results

• For extra protein, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
• To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix.
• Make it dairy-free by omitting cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.

Variations

• Add 1 cup cooked cauliflower rice for extra volume.
• Spice it up with red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
• Use ground pork or Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.

Nutrition

• Calories320 kcal
• Total Fat18g
• Saturated Fat8g
• Cholesterol75mg
• Sodium680mg
• Total Carbohydrates12g
• Dietary Fiber4g
• Sugars6g
• Protein30g

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