Whole30 Braised Red Cabbage

Add a vibrant and flavorful twist to your Whole30 meal plan with this Braised Red Cabbage recipe! This healthy and satisfying side dish combines tender red cabbage, sweet apple, and aromatic spices like allspice and bay leaf, all gently braised in tangy apple cider vinegar for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple one-pot cooking method, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Ideal for complementing your favorite Whole30 proteins, this dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal-prepping for the week, this Whole30 Braised Red Cabbage will add a pop of color and a burst of flavor to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head red cabbage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 large apple
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and chop the cabbage into thin slices, discarding the core. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and slice the yellow onion thinly. Set aside.

Step 3

Peel and core the apple, then slice it into thin wedges. Set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the sliced apple to the pot and continue to cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced red cabbage, ensuring it is well combined with the onion and apple mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the apple cider vinegar and water. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Add the bay leaf, sea salt, black pepper, and ground allspice to the pot.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Let the cabbage braise for approximately 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 13

Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm as a side dish to your favorite Whole30 main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1604.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	777.4

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2609.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.6g	0%
Total Sugars 65.5g
Protein 13.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509.4mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2929.4mg	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: 32.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 60.9%