Whole30 Savory Stewed Cabbage

Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Whole30 Savory Stewed Cabbage is a cozy, nutrient-rich dish that's perfect as a standalone meal or a versatile side. Featuring tender green cabbage simmered alongside carrots, celery, and onions in a robust tomato and chicken broth base, this recipe gets a tangy depth from apple cider vinegar and aromatic herbs like fresh thyme and bay leaf. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, it stews gently to perfection in under an hour, making it an easy, satisfying option for busy weeknights. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant, this recipe is as wholesome as it is delicious, offering a fantastic way to elevate humble cabbage into a savory comfort food that’s ideal for clean eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: slice the cabbage into thin strips, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the carrots and celery.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced carrots and celery, cooking them for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the sliced cabbage to the pot, stirring well to mix with the other vegetables.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Add the apple cider vinegar, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme. Stir well.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving. This savory stewed cabbage is delicious on its own or as a side to your favorite Whole30 proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1690.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	633.0

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3709.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 19.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395.1mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2748.0mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 47.8%