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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · 1 Comment

    What To Serve With Cabbage Rolls

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    If you're looking for what to serve with cabbage rolls, anything from this list of delicious side dishes will pair perfectly! If you prefer something savory we've got you covered and if you'd rather make something light, we have that too! You can't go wrong with any of these recipes when you are trying to decide what to serve with cabbage rolls!

    Sides To Serve with Cabbage Rolls

    Living in the Midwest, many delicious Scandinavian foods make their way into the rotating menu of our household. Cabbage rolls have always been a family favorite. Even as a child, I couldn’t get enough of this savory, hearty dish!

    While cabbage rolls might not have been part of everyone’s upbringing, they are currently enjoying a mainstream resurgence thanks in no small part to the popularity of low carb diets.

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    • Sides To Serve with Cabbage Rolls
    • 1. Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan
    • 2. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
    • 3. Cucumber Vinegar Salad
    • 4. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
    • 5. Macaroni and Tomatoes
    • 6. Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
    • 7. Roasted Red Potatoes
    • 8. Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    • 9. Honey and Herb Oven Roasted Carrots
    • 10. Crockpot Applesauce
    • 11. Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
    • 12. Cabbage Soup
    • 13. Lemon Asparagus Orzo
    • 14. Oven Garlic Bread
    • 15. Roasted Beets
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    Cabbage rolls are great for their versatility. Depending on how they are prepared and what they are served with, they can easily be a stellar side dish or the main event.

    Read on below for awesome suggestions on what to serve with your cabbage rolls!

    1. Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan

    This roasted broccoli dish is a great addition to your cabbage rolls, particularly for anyone looking to keep your meal low carb.

    Roasting the broccoli rather than sautéing or steaming provides for a nice light crisp texture. The added mouth-watering flavors of parmesan and garlic make this a must-try side.

    Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan
    Delightfully tasty roasted broccoli with garlic and Parmesan is a side dish made in heaven with the uniquely wonderful garlic flavor and rich Parmesan cheese topping! Plus, roasting brings out such a different broccoli flavor that is a true treat for all of your broccoli lovers!
    Check out this recipe
    Easy Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan is an easy side dish that brings out the best flavors of your broccoli!

    2. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions

    Is there anything that isn’t made better with the addition of sautéed mushrooms and onions?

    This super simple recipe will help take your cabbage rolls to the next level. I would suggest serving these mushrooms and onions directly on top of your cabbage rolls for a delicious blend of savory flavors.

    Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
    Sauteed mushrooms and onions are the perfect balance of semi-sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors! They're also super easy to make which makes them a fantastic side dish for any meal! Your sauteed mushrooms and onions are sure to be a new family favorite that you'll love sharing!
    Check out this recipe
    Overhead image of the suateed mushrooms and onions in dark skillet.

    3. Cucumber Vinegar Salad

    I love making this recipe all summer long when the cucumbers are plentiful and in season. It's quicker and easier to make than anything this delicious has the right to be.

    If you’re looking for a dish to serve with your cabbage rolls while still keeping the meal light, look no further than this salad.

    Cucumber Vinegar Salad
    This delightfully refreshing cucumber vinegar salad with dill makes a perfect light appetizer or side for any meal! This salad is nice and crisp with the perfect combination of tangy and sweet- it doesn't get any better!
    Check out this recipe
    Amazingly tasty cucumber vinegar salad with red onion, cherry tomatoes, and fresh dill.

    4. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

    All the comfort of the classic dish you love with half of the guilt. Cauliflower is the perfect vessel for all that gooey, cheesy goodness.

    Cauliflower Mac & cheese alongside cabbage rolls will make for a hearty and crowd-pleasing meal.

    Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
    Delightfully rich, creamy, and tasty cauliflower mac and cheese can give any macaroni and cheese recipe a run for its money! Pasta or not, this hearty baked cauliflower mac is pure indulgence and just as good (if not better) than any other mac!
    Check out this recipe
    Plated cauliflower mac and cheese.

    5. Macaroni and Tomatoes

    This is another dish that instantly transports me back to my Midwestern childhood. Macaroni and tomatoes were an absolute staple in our household as it’s both inexpensive and simple to make.

    Macaroni and tomatoes are a perfect addition to any cabbage dish for a warming, Scandinavian meal.

    Macaroni And Tomatoes
    Macaroni and tomatoes is an easy, old-fashioned Southern side dish that is as classic as comfort food gets! Canned tomatoes mean there is virtually no prep time, and a little bacon grease gives this dish its signature smoky bacon flavor! If you haven't had macaroni and tomatoes before, give it a try and you might have a new favorite pasta side dish!
    Check out this recipe
    Tasty macaroni and tomatoes served in white pasta bowl on light background.

    6. Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

    While there are many lovely store-bought soups these days, nothing beats homemade. This rich, creamy soup will warm you to your core.

    Soup and cabbage rolls both make stellar leftovers. Plan to make extra and enjoy this tasty combo over several days.

    Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
    This delightfully rich and tasty Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is the best ever way to enjoy your homemade tomato soup! The flavor combination is absolutely divine and it's an incredibly easy soup to make as a hearty lunch or part of a weeknight family dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Super creamy roasted tomato basil soup served in wooden bowl.

    7. Roasted Red Potatoes

    Crispy and flavorful, these roasted red potatoes are roasted to golden brown perfection! This variety of potatoes holds their shape well making them perfect for roasting.

    An easy and cheap side dish to accompany your cabbage rolls.

    Crispy Roasted Red Potatoes
    Crispy roasted red potatoes are the side dish that goes with anything and they are incredibly easy to make in the oven! Delightfully crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these oven-roasted potatoes will pair well with any main course!
    Check out this recipe
    Perfectly crispy roasted red potatoes piled on plate for serving.

    8. Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    This garlicky delight is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It works equally well for a casual weeknight dinner or a more formal family gathering.

    Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    This Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe will be your new go-to recipe for mashed potatoes! These mashed potatoes are so creamy. Roasted garlic adds a level of deliciousness, that there are never any leftovers.
    Check out this recipe
    Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, BakeItWithLove.com

    9. Honey and Herb Oven Roasted Carrots

    The addition of honey to the dish helps to bring out the subtle sweetness of the roasted carrots.

    The carrots play against the savory characteristics of cabbage rolls. It’s also a versatile veggie side that partners well with almost anything you can think of.

    Honey and Herb Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe
    My family loves this honey and herb oven roasted carrots recipe! Even though I am REALLY looking forward to summer weather for outdoor grilling, when it comes to cooking vegetables to perfection oven roasting is simply the way to go!
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    Easy Honey and Herb Oven Roasted Carrots are my familys favorite oven roasted carrots flavor!

    10. Crockpot Applesauce

    If you have never made applesauce at home, you do not know what you’re missing out on! This recipe calls for using a crockpot so you can just set it and forget it.

    You may only associate applesauce with your child’s lunch, but applesauce is actually a traditional condiment for a variety of Polish and Scandinavian dishes.

    Crock Pot Applesauce
    This incredibly easy-to-make Crock Pot Applesauce combines apples with only a few ingredients for the best ever homemade applesauce! All you need is your crockpot, some apples, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon plus a few spare minutes for washing and slicing your apples (because peeling is totally optional)!
    Check out this recipe
    Canned crockpot applesauce for easy storing.

    11. Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Sauerkraut

    Sauerkraut is finely cut, fermented cabbage that is used as an accompaniment to a variety of Central European foods Including kielbasa and sausages.

    The sauerkraut in this recipe adds a tangy zing and a crunchy contrasting texture to the kielbasa. Pairing this with cabbage rolls results in a hearty meal that could feed an army.

    Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
    Slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut is an easy Polish inspired dinner that you can throw together in minutes, then set it and forget it! This slow cooker recipe features delicious kielbasa sausage, tangy and tender sauerkraut, some light beer, and you can also add a bit of mustard! Slow cooker kielbasa & sauerkraut is easy comfort food that you can whip up in your crockpot any night of the week!
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    Tasty slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut is served up ready to eat in a white bowl.

    12. Cabbage Soup

    Use the remainder of the head of cabbage once you’ve finished your rolls to make this simple soup.

    The soup is deeply flavorful and comes together easily. If you end up with more than you need, it’s a great leftover to pair with a sandwich for a quick lunch.

    Detox Cabbage Soup
    This healthy detox cabbage soup is full of fresh veggies and beneficial antioxidants, plus it's vegan, inexpensive to make, and so tasty! Not only that, but this flavorful cabbage soup makes a wonderful light lunch or dinner! Did I mention it's low-fat, low-calorie, high-fiber, and you can eat as much of it as you want?
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup on the detox cabbage soup in white bowl.

    13. Lemon Asparagus Orzo

    A simple, yet elegant dish that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of lemon and asparagus makes this side feel bright and fresh.

    Lemon Asparagus Orzo
    This delicious Lemon Asparagus Orzo combines tender pieces of lightly cooked asparagus with fine orzo pasta in a tangy lemon garlic sauce! Every bite is a refreshingly light flavor combination that pairs especially well with chicken or seafood dinners!
    Check out this recipe
    Large square photo being a closeup sideview of the dished lemon asparagus orzo pasta.

    14. Oven Garlic Bread

    Soft and buttery, there is nothing that oven-baked garlic bread does not go well with. It's perfect for a busy night when you need something that can be prepped and cooked super quickly.

    It’s also a great solution for soaking up all of the delicious sauce left on the plate from your cabbage rolls.

    Oven Garlic Bread: Soft & Chewy or Baked Until Crispy!
    This incredible oven garlic bread recipe features 2 methods: one for those who prefer soft garlic bread and one for those who prefer crispy! All you need is some French bread, garlic powder, and butter (plus a little Parmesan cheese if you like) to make restaurant-quality garlic bread at home!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of garlic bread sliced and ready to serve.

    15. Roasted Beets

    Roasting beets is a great alternative to boiling them. It helps to retain the earthy flavor and texture while still leaving you with a tender finished product.

    Root vegetables always pair well with cabbage and this recipe is no exception.

    Roasted Beets
    Oven roasted beets are an easy vegetable side dish that can be made by simply wrapping them in foil pouches and popping them in the oven! These bite-sized roasted beets turn out delightfully tender, slightly sweet, and best of all, you only need 3 ingredients!
    Check out this recipe
    Tender roasted beets served in white bowl and sprinkled with flaky Kosher salt.

    We hope we've helped you decide on what to serve with cabbage rolls! Any of these incredible recipes would pair wonderfully, so you can't go wrong!

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    What To Serve With Cabbage Rolls: Fruit Cocktail Salad (+More Great Side Dishes!)

    If you're looking for what to serve with cabbage rolls, anything from this list of delicious side dishes will pair perfectly! If you prefer something savory we've got you covered and if you'd rather make something light, we have that too! You can't go wrong with any of these recipes when you are trying to decide what to serve with cabbage rolls!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 155kcal
    Prep 15 minutes
    Chill 1 hour
    Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix (1 3.4-ounce box)
    • 2 ½ cups fresh pineapple (cut into chunks, reserve the juice from cutting your fresh pineapple or draining the canned chunks)
    • 2 cups mandarin oranges (peeled and sliced)
    • 2 cups strawberries (fresh, cleaned, stem removed, and sliced)
    • 5 cups red seedless grapes
    • 2 large apples (washed, cored, and cut into bite-sized chunks)
    • 2 large bananas (sliced - *see note)

    Instructions

    • In a small mixing bowl, combine ½ a cup of pineapple juice reserved from your fresh or canned pineapple with the vanilla pudding mix (*see note). Stir until the pudding mix is completely dissolved, set aside.
      3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
    • Slice and prepare your fruit. Then, combine all the fruit in a very large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared pudding mixture over all of the fruit and mix gently to combine.
      2 ½ cups fresh pineapple, 2 cups mandarin oranges, 2 cups strawberries, 5 cups red seedless grapes, 2 large apples, 2 large bananas
    • Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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    Silicone Spatula Set

    Notes

    • Each 6 ounces of pineapple chunks = 1 cup, and every 8 ounces of mandarin orange slices = 1 cup.
    • Always wash fruit prior to use to remove pesticide residue, dirt, and other germs or bacteria.
    • If making in advance, always wait to add bananas until right before serving. They won't refrigerate well for more than a day to my tastes.
    • The pineapple juice can be supplemented with orange or lemon juice if desired.
    • Mix some mini marshmallows in just before serving for an extra sweet treat!
    • Store fruit salad cocktail covered or in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 2-3 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 155kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 40g (13%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 1g (2%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 54mg (2%) | Potassium: 371mg (11%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 31g (34%) | Vitamin A: 320IU (6%) | Vitamin C: 45mg (55%) | Calcium: 30mg (3%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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    Course Fruit Desserts, Side Dish
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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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    1. Mary L. Wicks says

      January 09, 2023 at 10:18 am

      I thin the secret to this recipe is the brown sugar and vinegar. I combine these 2 items together and mix in beef and onions. I do not put rice in mine. I boil my cabbage first then peel. I dilute a small can of tomato sauce and pour over cabbage rolls in baking dish.
      As a side I make curried rice with green peas. And serve with diced tomatoes and onions chutney and sour cream on top. No leftovers.

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