Low-calorie casserole with cabbage and minced meat

6 servings

60 minutes

Low-calorie casserole with cabbage and minced meat is a tender, aromatic, and healthy dish from Russian cuisine. The base of the casserole consists of a combination of juicy chicken mince, sweet carrots, and soft stewed cabbage, complemented by a delicate yogurt sauce and savory cheese. Due to its low-calorie composition, it is perfect for healthy eating while remaining filling and appetizing. The casserole is prepared in layers, each soaked in the flavors and aromas of the ingredients, creating a harmonious balance. This versatile dish can be enhanced with various vegetables or mushrooms for added richness. It is suitable for both a light dinner and a family feast. Served warm with a crispy crust and tender filling that melts in your mouth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 340.2
• Proteins: 29.3g
• Fats: 19.4g
• Carbohydrates: 11.7g

Ingredients

• Cabbage: 700 g
• Minced chicken: 500 g
• Onion: 1 pc
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Natural yoghurt: 500 g
• Cheese: 200 g
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the fillet in a meat grinder or food processor.

2. Chop the onion finely. Grate the carrot on a medium grater. Shred the cabbage finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Cabbage: 700 g

3. Wipe the surface of the pan with a cloth slightly moistened with oil. Fry the onion in one pan and the carrot in another.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Carrot: 1 piece

4. Add minced meat to the onion, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Minced chicken: 500 g
   • Salt:  to taste

5. Add cabbage to the carrot, season with a little salt, and simmer covered until cooked (about 15-20 minutes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Cabbage: 700 g
   • Salt:  to taste

6. Place half of the cabbage in a baking dish, flatten it, and spread yogurt on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cabbage: 700 g
   • Natural yoghurt: 500 g

7. Then spread the entire minced meat, flatten it, and coat with yogurt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Minced chicken: 500 g
   • Natural yoghurt: 500 g

8. Spread the remaining cabbage over the minced meat, coat with yogurt, and sprinkle with cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cabbage: 700 g
   • Natural yoghurt: 500 g
   • Cheese: 200 g

9. Bake at 180 degrees for 25-30 minutes.

10. If desired, this basic dish can be diversified by adding various additional components. For example, you can add sweet pepper or tomatoes to the cabbage, or mushrooms to the minced meat. Let the finished casserole cool slightly and cut into portions.