Heart-Healthy Savory Stewed Cabbage

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Heart-Healthy Savory Stewed Cabbage, a comforting and nutrient-packed dish that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Featuring tender green cabbage and sweet carrots simmered in a light, flavorful broth infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of apple cider vinegar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and tangy. Enhanced with dried thyme, a subtle touch of bay leaf, and a garnish of fresh parsley, this low-sodium vegetable dish is ideal for anyone looking to incorporate more heart-healthy and budget-friendly meals into their rotation. Ready in just under an hour, this stewed cabbage is a versatile side or light main course that pairs beautifully with whole grains or your favorite protein for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium head, cored and sliced into strips green cabbage
• 2 medium, peeled and sliced carrot
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced cabbage and carrots to the pot and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and apple cider vinegar.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and salt to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the cabbage stew for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cabbage and carrots are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot as a main course or alongside your favored protein or whole grain.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	483.7

Total Fat 28.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1605.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 7.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.4mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1579.3mg	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: 52.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 41.4%