About This Healthy Recipe
All the familiar flavors of stuffed cabbage are simplified into a soup, making prep easier while keeping the combination of turkey, rice, tomatoes, and cabbage.
This meal is especially useful for readers who want a vegetable-rich dinner that reheats well and feels a little different from the site’s current soup collection.
This guide follows the same measured format used throughout Best Fitness Routine so readers can compare it with recipes such as High-Fiber Turkey Lentil Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, Healthy Slow Cooker Turkey Chili with Beans and Bell Peppers, and Healthy Meals Page 15. It is general educational content rather than individualized nutrition advice.
Why Readers May Like It
- 1Uses practical slow-cooker prep with minimal active cooking.
- 2Balances taste, convenience, and a transparent nutrition estimate.
- 3Works for regular meals, leftovers, or meal prep depending on the recipe.
Recipe Summary and Estimated Nutrition
Values are calculated from the listed ingredient weights and divided by the stated yield. Product labels, produce size, cooking loss, and substitutions can change the result.
6 servings
USDA-aligned generic food estimates divided by the listed yield.
Estimated energy per serving
Calculated from listed ingredients
Includes fiber and sugars
Includes unsaturated and saturated fat
Ingredient-by-Ingredient Nutrition Breakdown
| Ingredient | Amount used | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lean ground turkey | 1 1/4 pounds (567 g) | 567 g | 1200 kcal | 139.7 g | 0.0 g | 57.0 g |
| Green cabbage, chopped | 5 cups (350 g) | 350 g | 103 kcal | 4.2 g | 27.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Brown rice | 3/4 cup (150 g) | 150 g | 198 kcal | 3.6 g | 46.7 g | 1.7 g |
| Crushed tomatoes | 1 can (410 g) | 410 g | 145 kcal | 3.7 g | 33.3 g | 1.0 g |
| Carrots, diced | 1 cup (130 g) | 130 g | 63 kcal | 1.1 g | 16.9 g | 0.3 g |
| Onion, diced | 1 medium (150 g) | 150 g | 71 kcal | 1.5 g | 18.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Low-sodium broth | 4 cups (960 ml) | 960 g | 90 kcal | 6.1 g | 9.1 g | 2.4 g |
| Tomato paste | 2 tablespoons (30 g) | 30 g | 29 kcal | 1.2 g | 7.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Smoked paprika | 1 teaspoon (2 g) | 2 g | 7 kcal | 0.1 g | 1.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Parsley, chopped | 2 tablespoons (8 g) | 8 g | 3 kcal | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Calculated full-recipe total | 6 servings | full recipe | 1908 kcal | 161.4 g | 162.0 g | 63.6 g |
| Calculated full-recipe total | 6 servings | full recipe | 1908 kcal | 161.4 g | 162.0 g | 63.6 g |
How This Nutrition Estimate Was Prepared
- Each ingredient has an explicit base amount.
- Generic food-composition estimates are aligned with USDA FoodData Central principles.
- Full-recipe values are divided by the listed yield before display rounding.
- Optional ingredients are excluded unless measured in the base recipe.
Accuracy note: These numbers are credible estimates, not laboratory analysis. Use exact package labels when precision is important.
Ingredients
Soup
Finish
Professional Step-by-Step Preparation
Equipment
6-quart slow cooker, cutting board, chef knife, measuring tools, mixing spoon, serving ladle, and a food thermometer for checking animal proteins.
Before You Start
Wash produce, keep raw animal proteins separate from ready-to-eat foods, measure ingredients before cooking, and use a food thermometer where appropriate.
Combine turkey, cabbage, and rice
Add the turkey, cabbage, brown rice, tomatoes, carrots, onion, broth, tomato paste, garlic, paprika, black pepper, and a small pinch of salt to the slow cooker.
Success tip: Keep the slow cooker covered during the main cooking period unless the recipe specifically asks you to stir or add an ingredient near the end.
Slow-cook until tender
Cook on low for about 7 hours until the rice is tender and the cabbage is very soft.
Success tip: Keep the slow cooker covered during the main cooking period unless the recipe specifically asks you to stir or add an ingredient near the end.
Break up the turkey
Stir well and break up the turkey so it distributes evenly.
Success tip: Keep the slow cooker covered during the main cooking period unless the recipe specifically asks you to stir or add an ingredient near the end.
Check the rice and broth
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Success tip: Keep the slow cooker covered during the main cooking period unless the recipe specifically asks you to stir or add an ingredient near the end.
Finish with herbs and serve
Serve hot with parsley if desired.
Success tip: Keep the slow cooker covered during the main cooking period unless the recipe specifically asks you to stir or add an ingredient near the end.
Potential Benefits and Things to Consider
Potential Benefits
- This meal is especially useful for readers who want a vegetable-rich dinner that reheats well and feels a little different from the site’s current soup collection.
- Slow-cooker preparation reduces active cooking time and can make planned leftovers easier.
- The measured recipe format makes portions and nutrition estimates easier to compare with other meals on the site.
Things to Consider
- Slow cookers vary, so tenderness and liquid level should be checked near the end of the cooking window.
- Broth, canned foods, sauces, and toppings can change sodium and calorie totals between brands.
- Usually free of major allergens, but check broth and canned tomato labels.
Who May Enjoy This Recipe?
It May Work Well For
- Busy adults and households that want a mostly hands-off slow-cooker meal.
- Active adults looking for practical meals with transparent estimated nutrition.
- Readers who prefer familiar supermarket ingredients and make-ahead options.
Best Times to Eat It
- Lunch or dinner
- Meal prep when stored and reheated safely
- Before or after training according to individual preference and energy needs
How to Adjust It for Different Goals
For fewer calories
Reduce calorie-dense toppings, oils, or grain portions slightly and keep vegetables generous.
For more protein
Increase the main lean protein or add another measured protein-rich ingredient that fits the recipe.
For more energy
Add a larger portion of whole grains, starchy vegetables, bread, fruit, or another carbohydrate source according to your training needs.
Substitutions, Dietary Notes, and Allergens
Practical Substitutions
- Use ground chicken instead of turkey.
- Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carbohydrate version, adding it only near the end.
- Add diced celery if you enjoy a more classic soup base.
Allergen Information
Usually free of major allergens, but check broth and canned tomato labels.
Always check packaged ingredient labels because formulations and cross-contact statements can change between brands and countries.
Storage and Meal Preparation
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Add a little broth when reheating if the rice absorbs extra liquid.
Keep perishable food at 40°F (4°C) or below. Do not leave perishable food at room temperature for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C). Reheat leftovers until hot throughout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Add a little broth when reheating if the rice absorbs extra liquid.
Increase the main protein-rich ingredient modestly or pair the meal with a protein-rich side such as Greek yogurt, beans, tofu, eggs, fish, or lean poultry where appropriate.
Ground chicken is an easy substitution for turkey.
Each listed ingredient is assigned a generic USDA-aligned food-composition estimate by gram weight. Ingredient values are totaled for the full recipe and divided by the stated yield.
It is a general healthy-meal idea. Individual nutrition needs differ, especially with allergies, medical conditions, pregnancy, prescribed diets, or sport-specific fueling requirements.
No. This page is educational and does not diagnose, treat, or provide individualized nutrition advice.
Nutrition and Safety Note
This page is for general education. It does not diagnose, treat, or provide individualized diet advice. People with allergies, medical conditions, pregnancy, prescribed diets, or specific nutrition requirements should seek qualified professional guidance.
Nutrition Data Source
Read our Nutrition Calculation Methodology for details on weights, estimates, rounding, and limitations.
