Why is my stuffed cabbage tough?

If your cooked cabbage is tough, it's likely because the cabbage is not cooked through yet . Continue to cook the rolls until they're tender. It's also important to make sure you let the rolls rest after they're finished baking.

How long does cabbage take to soften?

Put the cabbage leaves or shredded cabbage in a large pan and cover halfway with water. Bring to the boil and cook for 3-5 mins or until tender.

Can you cook cabbage too long?

You want to cook until tender, but err on the side of caution— overcooked cabbage will turn limp and give off a less-than-pleasant smell .

Why does my cabbage soup taste so bland?

Not Adding Acid If a soup is tasting bland in the bowl, consider adding acid rather than salt. A squeeze of lemon or lime, or a dash of yogurt or sour cream can add brightness to the bowl.

Does cabbage soup burn belly fat?

Does it work for weight loss? The Cabbage Soup Diet has never been studied, so it's impossible to confirm its effectiveness . While it may result in temporary, short-term weight loss, it is unlikely to lead to sustainable weight loss.

What can't you eat on the cabbage soup diet?

The cabbage soup diet allows you to eat all of the cabbage soup you like in addition to adding certain foods on specific days throughout the week. No bread, alcohol, or carbonated beverages, including diet sodas .

Why is my cabbage tough after cooking?

You overcook the cabbage When cooking cabbage, let it cook at a simmer or gentle boil and keep an eye on the clock. If shredded, the cabbage can cook for about 5 minutes, while wedges may take 10 to 15 minutes to cook.

Why is my cabbage still tough after cooking?

If your cabbage rolls are too tough, it means that you have not cooked them long enough . My method to start with, letting the cabbage sit overnight, starts to get the cabbage nice and soft. But if they are still not soft enough after cooking, it means that you need to return them to the oven and cook for longer.

Why is my cabbage head not firm?

Inconsistent Watering : Winter staples like cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower need a steady water supply to thrive and form a plump, compact head. Inconsistent watering can disrupt the development process and lead to loose or underwhelming heads. Cabbage, in particular, is sensitive to water fluctuations.

Stuffed Cabbage Soup Recipe

By Wendy Zitzman

Well, here we are…the last day of 2016. And I’m full steam ahead in the kitchen prepping for weeks of healthy eating and holiday binging detox! Today’s recipe is one that is a HUGE help to me when I’m trying to cut calories…Stuffed Cabbage Soup.

Growing up, my mom would often make stuffed cabbage rolls for dinner. I remember that they were really tasty, but that we didn’t have them often because the recipe required a lot of steps and it was quite time consuming to make. So to get the flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without all the work, I prefer to make my “lazy mom” version, which basically combines all the ingredients in a soup rather than the rolls.

It’s WAY easier, and it tastes wonderful! So bright and fresh, but still hearty and satisfying. I eliminated the rice to save some calories, and I honestly didn’t miss it at all. If you still feel like you need the rice, you could always try Miracle Rice, which is zero calories, so it won’t affect the Smart Points count at all. I actually just made a huge batch of this soup, and am freezing individual portions of it, so I can have it on hand when I’m hungry or hangry (so hungry that I’m angry). It prevents me from eating food that isn’t a part of my healthy eating plan which can derail my progress. If you love stuffed cabbage rolls, I highly recommend this leaner, lighter, soup version instead! Enjoy. And Happy New Year!!

A tasty, low carb, low calorie soup that is filling and super easy to make! Bright and a tad tangy, this soup is so flavorful and fresh tasting.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings 8 servings

Calories 86 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken breast
1 small head of green cabbage
2 large carrots - sliced
1 large onion - finely chopped
4 cloves of garlic - minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 ½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
2 cups fat free chicken broth
Juice from 1/2 a lemon
Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add in onions, carrots, and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add in ground chicken meat, and cook, while using spoon to break up the meat, until the meat is browned and cooked through.
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, Worcestershire, paprika, thyme, and salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then add in the cabbage and lemon juice.
Allow soup to return to a simmer, then turn heat to low. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes.

Notes

The entire recipe makes 8 servings
The serving size is about 1 1/2 cups

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cupsCalories: 86 kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 1 gProtein: 15 g (30%)Fat: 2 g (3%)Saturated Fat: 0 gFiber: 0 gSugar: 0 g

Main Ingredient: Chicken Recipes

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AuthorWendy Zitzman

As your average, every day, All American woman, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts and ideas on many different topics that interest me such as dieting, health & fitness. Trust me when I tell you that this is one site you NEED to bookmark! I have the most amazing recipes with Weight Watchers Points that you won’t believe are low calorie! As an avid Weight Watchers follower, I have learned so many helpful tips and tools over the years that I am eager to share.

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14 Comments

Cheri4 years ago

Cant wait to make the cabbage soup
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Catherine7 years ago

So delicious! I will definitely include in my Tried It, Loved It Pinterest folder to make again and again. Thanks for a great healthy recipe?
Debra7 years ago

I imported this recipe to Fitness PAL and it showed 170 calories a serving. I can’t see any obvious errors. Any ideas?
- Wendy ZitzmanPost Author7 years ago
  
  Fitness Pal is most likely including the calories of the vegetables. Since the veggies are 0 Points and do not affect the Smart Points total of the recipe, I leave them out of my nutritional info.
Kate7 years ago

Was way better than I thought it would be :)
It’s a go to!
(I used a precut container from the store for the onion that included bell pepper and parsley and added bay leaf)
Cathleen Kombol7 years ago

This is delicious , I used shredded chicken that was cooked overnite in a slow cooker . I also added some salsa and the juice of one whole lemon .
Carolyn7 years ago

This soup was amazing. The only change that I made was to substitute the ground chicken for 96% fat-free hamburger. Thank you.
Rebecca M7 years ago

Omg ?! This is diggity good! My husband loved it and so did I! Added to my favorites! Thanks!
Karen7 years ago

You forgot to say when to add the Worcestershire Sauce.
- Wendy ZitzmanPost Author7 years ago
  
  Thanks for bringing that to my attention! I’ve corrected it and updated the recipe. :)
Angela7 years ago

I just made this and it is delicious! I was wondering about the nutritional info though…it seems like there would be some great fiber but the listing says zero?
Sheila7 years ago

This was delicious!! I can see this will become a favorite??
Pam Reindel7 years ago

While I enjoy your recipes, I am unable to print them out making them unusable unless I sit here and write them down, which is time consuming.
- Danni7 years ago
  
  Screen shot them and then email them to yourself to print out later. Voila!

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