Red Cabbage and Apples Crock Pot

Transforming humble ingredients into a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, the Red Cabbage and Apples Crock Pot recipe is a slow-cooked side dish that brings comfort to your table. Featuring vibrant red cabbage, tart Granny Smith apples, and savory onion slices, this dish is elevated with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, complemented by brown sugar and apple cider vinegar for a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Prepared with ease in a crock pot, this recipe requires minimal effort while delivering big on flavor. Ideal for cozy family dinners or holiday feasts, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can shine as a vegetarian showstopper on its own. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of slow cooking, this hearty dish is a delicious way to celebrate fresh produce and bold, comforting flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head (medium, about 2 pounds) red cabbage
• 3 (medium, preferably tart like Granny Smith) apples
• 1 (large) onion
• 0.33 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the red cabbage, then thinly slice it into shreds.

Step 2

Peel and core the apples, then slice them into thin wedges.

Step 3

Peel the onion and thinly slice it into rings.

Step 4

Grease the inside of your crock pot lightly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Layer half of the sliced cabbage in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 6

Top the cabbage with half the apple slices and half the onion rings.

Step 7

Sprinkle half of the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper over the first layer.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process with the remaining cabbage, apples, and onions, and sprinkle the rest of the seasonings on top.

Step 9

Dot the top layer with small pieces of butter, evenly distributed.

Step 10

Pour 1/4 cup of water over the entire mixture to help it steam and cook evenly.

Step 11

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the cabbage and apples are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 12

Stir gently before serving, ensuring the sauce is evenly distributed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1864.5 grams (1864.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1028

Total Fat 25.40g	33%
Saturated Fat 13.40g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2781mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 204.70g	74%
Dietary Fiber 37.40g	134%
Total Sugars 132.70g
Protein 14.80g	30%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 549mg	42%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 3249mg	69%

*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: 20.7%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 74.0%