Cabbage Casserole

Ingredients

• Base:
• 1 medium green cabbage, shredded (about 6 cups)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• Protein Layer:
• 1 cup cooked lentils (or lean ground turkey/chicken)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• Sauce:
• 1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Topping:
• ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Prep cabbage: Toss shredded cabbage with 1 tbsp oil and salt. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 mins to soften.
2. Cook filling: Sauté onion, garlic, peppers, and mushrooms until soft. Add lentils and spices.
3. Make sauce: Combine tomatoes, paste, and seasonings. Simmer 5 mins.
4. Layer: In a baking dish: cabbage → lentil mix → sauce → repeat.
5. Top: Sprinkle cheeses and remaining oil.
6. Bake: 25-30 mins at 375°F until bubbly and golden.