Low Sodium Braised Red Cabbage

Transform your meals with this colorful and flavorful Low Sodium Braised Red Cabbage, a perfect side dish that’s equal parts healthy and delicious! This heartwarming recipe combines thinly sliced red cabbage and tart green apple, delicately seasoned with apple cider vinegar, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth, this dish achieves a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture while staying kind to your heart. With just 15 minutes of prep, this one-pot wonder is easy to make and pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or plant-based mains. Ideal for those seeking low-sodium recipes without sacrificing flavor, this vibrant dish is sure to brighten up any dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Red cabbage
• 1 Green apple
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 small Onion
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Begin by removing the outer leaves of the red cabbage. Cut the cabbage in half, remove the core, and slice it thinly into strips.

Step 2

Peel and core the green apple. Slice it into thin wedges.

Step 3

Chop the small onion finely.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced cabbage and sliced apple, mixing well.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Season with black pepper and ground cinnamon. Add the bay leaf and brown sugar, stirring everything together.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 10

After 40 minutes, check the tenderness of the cabbage. It should be soft and flavorful. Adjust seasoning if needed, remembering to keep it low sodium.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy the braised red cabbage warm as a side dish with your favorite low-sodium main courses.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	696.9

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 353.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 59.4g
Protein 10.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.3mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2465.4mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 58.7%