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Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole

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WW Recipe of the Day: Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole
(191 calories | *3 WW Freestyle SmartPoints)

I’ve always loved cabbage rolls. But am way too lazy to make them.

The solution?

An easy-peasy slow cooker cabbage roll casserole that is also Weight Watchers friendly.

Crock Pot Cabbage Roll Casserole in a white serving dish with a spoon

WW Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole

You get all the flavors of cabbage rolls in this slow cooker cabbage casserole with a LOT less effort.

I’ll admit that it’s not all that much to look at. But, looks can be deceiving!

Simple and delicious, I’ll definitely be making this slow cooker cabbage casserole again.
 

The Skinny on Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole

According to my calculations, each serving has about 191 calories, *5 Weight Watchers PointsPlus, *4 Weight Watchers SmartPoints. This casserole is now *3 SmartPoints on the Freestyle Program. Enjoy!

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If you like this simple cabbage roll casserole, be sure to check out my other easy, healthy Weight Watchers friendly slow cooker recipes including Turkey & Wild Rice Casserole, Tuna Noodle Casserole, Chicken, Rice & Broccoli Casserole, Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole and Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew

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Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole Recipe

All the flavors of cabbage rolls in an easy, light and delicious slow cooker cabbage casserole. It's a family favorite!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time4 hrs
Total Time4 hrs 20 mins
Servings (adjustable): 6
Calories: 191
Author: Martha | Simple Nourished Living

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 5 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup uncooked, converted rice (I used Uncle Ben's)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can (14 - 15 ounces) Italian-style tomato sauce

Instructions

  • Ideal slow cooker size: 4-Quart
  • Grease the inside of the slow cooker.
  • In a large skillet, cook the beef and onion, stirring occasionally, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any grease.
  • Scrape the beef and onion mixture into the slow cooker.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. (The cooker will be full, but the cabbage will shrink a lot during cooking.)
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, or until the cabbage is tender.

Recipe Notes

Next time I'll bulk up this easy cabbage roll casserole even more with another cup or two of cole slaw mix.
 
Weight Watchers PointsPlus *5
Weight Watchers SmartPoints *4
Weight Watchers Freestyle SmartPoints *3
Nutrition Facts
Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 /6th recipe; about 3/4 cup)
Calories 191 Calories from Fat 29
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.2g 5%
Total Carbohydrates 20.5g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g 11%
Protein 17.5g 35%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crock pot cabbage roll casserole
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Source: Betty Crocker The 300 Calorie Cookbook (affiliate link): 300 tasty meals for eating healthy everyday from Betty Crocker Books.

*PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT Weight Watchers Zero Points fruits and vegetables using the WW Recipe Builder.

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  1. Becky

    Is the Blueberry, Banana, Almond Butter smoothie that you had on the same posting as your crock pot cabbage roll, a Weight Watcher’s recipe? How many points does it have?

    Thank you.
    Becky Yeates

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  3. MG

    This was REALLY good! Once I mixed it all together I wasn’t entirely sure it would be super flavorful but it was! I ended up using pizza sauce because that’s what I had on hand. Thank you!

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  4. Annemarie

    HI I am interested in knowing of the cauliflower rice is also 1/2 cup as well. It does not say in the video and would you thaw it out if using the frozen ones? Thanks. Can’t wait to try this recipe.

    Reply

  6. Annemarie

    HI I made this recipe yesterday with the original flavored cauliflower rice. I worked out really well and tasted very good. Will definitely make again.

    Reply

  7. Jennifer

    The video above the recipe – do not match. I am confused by the video saying beef broth but not in the written directions and one speaks of Marinara sauce and herbs – not in the written one. Are they just 2 entirely different recipes?
    Thank you for clarifying – I plan on making one tonight.
    Jennifer

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  8. Cynthia

    I have made this recipe several times now but instead of using the rice, I have been using cauliflower. So I’ve been adding an entire bag of frozen cauliflower rice instead of the Uncle Ben. It is so delicious! 🙂 Just adjust your points!

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  9. Linda

    I liked the taste and texture of this dish. It was very filling and satisfying. And hubby loved it too. Will definitely make it again!

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  10. Annemarie

    Can you use spaghetti squash? How would you cook it? Partial cook in microwave or not at all? Would it make it too watery? Thanks.

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    • Martha McKinnon

      Hi Annemarie, I’ve never tried this with spaghetti squash so am not quite sure what to suggest. I imagine it would be best to add the cooked spaghetti squash to this dish. If you try it would love for you to let us know how it turns out. – Martha

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  12. Kris

    I made this yesterday & it’s really yummy.
    I took your suggestion, Martha, and added extra cabbage. Other than that, the only change I made was to use ground turkey in place of ground beef. Thanks for the motivating emails and the lovely, uncomplicated recipes. I appreciate it!

    Reply

  13. Dennis Dinkel

    It’s delicious. I’ve made it four or five times now; and whenever I say “I need dinner ideas, “ I hear cabbage roll casserole from the other room.

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  14. Sue

    This is very good. It is simple to put together. I added an entire 16 oz bag of coldslaw mix. I will be making it again for sure!

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  15. Lynne

    Hi, I’m in New Zealand and am just wondering what is meant by uncooked converted rice please. We have the Uncle Ben brand here and can get pouches of rice that cook in the microwave for 90 seconds. Is this what is meant?

    Reply

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