Low Fat Braised Cabbage

Elevate your side dish game with this Low Fat Braised Cabbage, a comforting blend of tender green cabbage, caramelized onions, and a fragrant medley of garlic, caraway seeds, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Simmered in a tangy apple cider vinegar and low-sodium vegetable broth base, this recipe keeps things light and healthy while delivering bold flavors. Perfect for meal prep or pairing with roasted meats and grains, this dish is low in fat yet rich in nutrients, offering a guilt-free way to enjoy hearty, home-cooked comfort. Ready in just under an hour with minimal prep, it's a simple, nutritious addition to your weekly menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Slice each quarter into 1/4-inch thick strips.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced cabbage to the pot and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 7

Pour in the apple cider vinegar, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, caraway seeds, and red pepper flakes.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 9

Cover the pot and let the cabbage braise for about 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(755.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	297.4

Total Fat 14.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2569.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.5mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1058.7mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 48.9%