Figure out what to cook with cabbage using this collection of delicious cabbage dishes. From traditional side dishes to unique dinners. You’ll find the perfect recipe.
Cabbage Dishes
Cabbage is an inexpensive staple in our house. But sometimes you just need to mix it up.
Unsure what to make with cabbage? Check out this collection of cabbage recipes make the most of your vegetable.
Cabbage pairs great with kielbasa, ground beef, chicken, pork, pretty much anything.
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- Number of ingredients
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- How long it takes to prepare (including cook time)
- Special diet (Keto, Gluten-free, etc)
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TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Indian Dish
TYPE: Breakfast
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Leftover mashed potatoes
TYPE: Breakfast
INGREDIENT COUNT: 2 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 13 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Simple
TYPE: Breakfast
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Add sauces/toppings
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 13 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pears
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 1 hour 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Mushrooms and bacon
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 8 hours 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground beef, rice, and mushrooms
NOTES: Slow Cooker
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Soybean spaghetti
NOTES: Low-carb
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Bacon
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 heads
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sausage and Ham
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 4 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground Turkey
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: No noodles
NOTES: Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 60 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground Turkey
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 28 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pressure Cooker
NOTES: Pressure Cooker
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 1 hour 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Roasted red peppers
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 12 leaves
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 2 hours 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground beef and pork
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pressure Cooker
NOTES: Pressure Cooker
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 13 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 1 hour 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground pork and chicken
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 heads
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Meatless crumbles
Kale and Quinoa Salad with Soft Boiled Eggs - Easy Lunch Recipe
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Kale and broccoli slaw
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 13 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2-3 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Soba Noodles
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 lb
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sausage and Bacon
NOTES: Keto
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 25 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Bacon and tomatoes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Andouille
NOTES: Keto, Paleo, Dairy Free, Gluten-free, Atkins
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Kielbasa
Low Carb Weight Loss Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe - loaded with veggies!
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Kielbasa
NOTES: Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole 30, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2-3 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ham and potatoes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 lb
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Vegetable
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1.5 lbs
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground beef and rice
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 8 hours 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Slow Cooker
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Shiitake mushrooms
NOTES: Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Indian Dish
NOTES: Pressure Cooker, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 4 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic chicken dish
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 14 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 2 hours 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Chicken teriyaki bowl with spicey yogurt dressing
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Adobo
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 13 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Thai
NOTES: Paleo
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 2 hour 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Beer
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 2 hours 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Red Currant Jelly and Apples
German Braised Red Cabbage (Rotkohl) with Blueberries & Cloves
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 2 hours 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Blueberry Jam
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Apple and red jelly
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cheesy
Traditional Vegan Irish Colcannon (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free, Paleo)
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 4-5 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Potatoes
NOTES: Gluten-Free, Paleo
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 14 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pancetta
NOTES: Pressure Cooker, Keto, Paleo, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Bacon
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 4 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Apples and caraway seeds
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 lb
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Garlicky Dip
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Spaetzle noodles
NOTES: Vegetarian
Roasted Red Cabbage and Shallots with Hard Apple Cider Glaze
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Hard apple cider
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 2 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic Non-mayo
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 16 oz
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Avocado
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 5 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Apple and radish.
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus salt and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 8 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic Mayo dressing
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ramen noodles, almonds, and sunflower seeds
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 4 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Passion fruit dressing
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Peanut Dressing
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1/2 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pomegranate, mandarin oranges, and pistachios
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 1 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 8 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Air Fryer
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 2 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Garlic rubbed
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 28 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Garlic aioli
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Korean glaze
TYPE: Topping
INGREDIENT COUNT: 2 plus oil, salt, and pepper.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 3 heads
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo
TYPE: Topping
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients.
AMOUNT OF CABBAGE: 1 head
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Beets and ginger
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