Easy Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage Saute

Brighten up your dinner table with this *Easy Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage Sauté*, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's as simple to prepare as it is delicious. This recipe combines tender red cabbage and caramelized onions with a tangy-sweet glaze made from apple cider vinegar and brown sugar, offering the perfect balance of flavors. A dash of optional caraway seeds lends a subtle, nutty aroma for a traditional touch, while the quick 10-minute prep and 25-minute cook time make it ideal for busy weeknights. Perfect alongside roast meats or hearty vegetarian dishes, this colorful, nutrient-packed dish is sure to impress. Whether you're looking for a healthy side or a pop of color on your plate, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head (approximately 2 pounds) red cabbage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small, finely sliced yellow onion
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoons caraway seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and rinse thoroughly. Cut the cabbage in half, remove the core, and thinly slice the leaves.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the sliced cabbage to the pan and toss to combine with the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. If using caraway seeds, add them to this mixture.

Step 6

Pour the vinegar mixture over the cabbage and onion in the pan, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 7

Add the water to the pan and stir. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the lid and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to allow any remaining liquid to reduce.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	648.4

Total Fat 29.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1437.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.2g
Protein 11.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453.7mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2381.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 55.8%