15 Hale and Hearty Cabbage Recipes for Any Occasion
Got some leftover cabbage in the fridge? Don't let it go to waste.
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For some, cabbage is a lucky New Year's food. Others only eat it in March as part of their St. Patrick's Day feast. But we think the smartest among us make cabbage a regular part of their everyday diet. Not only is the crunchy, mild veggie high in vitamin C, and a good source of fiber, but it's also a versatile friend in the kitchen — an easy way to fill out a plate, or add body and texture to dishes.
It's a cinch to prepare—you can eat it raw or cooked. And unlike some other veggies we could name, it'll happily wait in the fridge for days and days until you're ready to use it.
Following are 15 of our favorite cabbage recipes to help get you started!
Toasted Seed Coleslaw
This simple, no-nonsense slaw is the one we return to most. It's crunchy, it's mild, and it's not overly covered in dressing.
Jalapeño Ranch Coleslaw
Some days we're feeling a little spicy, and on those days, we like to kick it up a notch with this flavor-fest.
Slow Cooker Pulled-Pork Sandwiches with Cabbage Slaw
Slow-cooked tender pork is always delicious, but the sandwich just wouldn't be the same without a big crunchy pile of cabbage on top.
Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Pulled-Pork Sandwiches with Cabbage Slaw.
Baked Corned Beef and Cabbage Hash
We love this recipe for the way it takes all the elements of a classic corned beef and cabbage plate, and turns it into one of our favorite things: a casserole! It's tailor-made for those St. Patrick's Day leftovers.
Red Cabbage Slaw with Peanuts, Dates, and Mint
Red cabbage is not only tasty but it's stunningly pretty as well. A bright dressing makes this mint-flecked, peanuty slaw to die for.
Get the recipe for Red Cabbage Slaw with Peanuts, Dates, and Mint.
Roasted Red Cabbage-and-Collard Green Slaw
While most slaws get by just fine raw, sometimes you just want a dish to be sweeter and more tender.
Get the recipe for Roasted Red Cabbage-and-Collard Green Slaw.
Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples
This simple-but-so-good one-pan dish is one of our favorite cool weather dishes. We've been known to make it twice in the same week.
Get the recipe for Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples.
Tangy Collard and Cabbage Slaw
Keep a big ol' pile of slaw in the fridge and you have a goes-with-anything side dish that'll, well, go with anything!
Pierogies with Sausage, Cabbage & Pear
The cabbage lends just enough crunch to make this sweet pear and savory pierogi dish irresistible.
Cabbage-and-Cilantro Slaw
This picnic or barbecue ready slaw is especially for those who love cilantro, it's got that garden-fresh flavor that just can't be beat.
Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken with Cabbage Slaw
A crunchy East Asian-inspired cabbage side, this pairs well with slow cooked chicken over rice.
Get the recipe for Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken with Cabbage Slaw.
Warm Cabbage Slaw with Maple-Bacon Dressing
There's just something classic and delicious about pairing cabbage with bacon, isn't there?
Get the recipe for Warm Cabbage Slaw with Maple-Bacon Dressing.
Quick Braised Red Cabbage and Lentils with Seared Cod
When we want a side that's a little more tender and hearty, this braised red cabbage with lentils is what we turn to. It's ideal with a light protein main, like fish.
Get the recipe for Quick Braised Red Cabbage and Lentils with Seared Cod.
Tangy-Hot Cabbage Slaw
Give your next side dish a kick with this spicy vinegar slaw.
Chicken Finger Sub with Cabbage Slaw
You can just eat the chicken fingers and slaw on a plate, as a simple dinner, but there's something fun about putting it all between a soft loaf of bread.
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