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Dumplings made with cabbage leaves wrapped around a filling, typically minced meat, rice, and spices
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
4 piece (medium) of Cabbage dumplings (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 45.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
7.8g
· 16% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 22% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 36 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 240 g | 288 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Cabbage dumplings are made by wrapping cabbage leaves around a seasoned filling, commonly minced meat and rice. The rolls are cooked with liquid, often in a tomato-based sauce, until the cabbage and filling are tender.
To make cabbage dumplings, soften the cabbage leaves, spoon filling onto each one, and fold the sides in before rolling. Arrange them snugly in a pot, cover with sauce and water, and simmer gently until cooked through.
Cabbage dumplings are a type of cabbage roll: both wrap filling in cabbage leaves. The name “dumplings” often refers to a smaller, dumpling-style preparation, while cabbage rolls can be larger and served without a dumpling-style sauce.
Blanch the cabbage leaves briefly in boiling water until they bend without splitting, then drain and cool them. Trim away the thickest part of each rib if needed; this makes the leaves easier to fold around the filling.
Cabbage dumplings pair well with tomato sauce, and a spoonful of garlic yogurt makes a fitting accompaniment. For a richer finish, drizzle warm butter seasoned with paprika over the yogurt just before serving.
Yes, cabbage dumplings can be baked in a covered dish with tomato sauce and a little water. Keeping the dish covered helps the cabbage soften and prevents the exposed edges from drying out during cooking.
Yes, cooked cabbage dumplings freeze well. Cool them, divide them into airtight portions, and freeze; thaw and reheat until steaming hot. The cabbage may be softer after thawing, but the dumplings are still suitable to serve.
Cabbage dumplings keep for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is thoroughly hot.
Yes, cabbage dumplings can be made without meat. Replace the minced meat with lentils, mushrooms, or extra vegetables alongside the rice, and keep the filling fairly firm so it stays inside the cabbage leaves while cooking.
Serve cabbage dumplings with a crisp salad, pickled vegetables, or bread to soak up the cooking sauce. Since the dumplings already contain a filling, lighter sides balance the plate better than another substantial main dish.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
45.6µg · 38% DV
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Vitamin C
15.6mg · 17% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cabbage dumplings are a Turkish home-style dish made by wrapping a filling—often minced meat, rice and spices—in softened cabbage leaves, then cooking the parcels until tender. The name nods to dumplings, though the shape is closer to small cabbage rolls, and household recipes vary in size and seasoning.
They are usually served hot in Turkey, sometimes with garlic yoghurt, a tomato-based sauce or melted butter. Cabbage contributes fibre, while the filling brings protein and rice adds carbohydrates, making the dish more substantial than a plain vegetable side. For a lighter plate, go easy on added fat and serve it with a fresh salad or plain yoghurt.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.