Red Cabbage with Apple and Bacon

Elevate your dinner table with the irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors in this Red Cabbage with Apple and Bacon recipe. Tender shreds of red cabbage are simmered to perfection alongside tart apple slices, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon, creating a harmonious medley of textures and tastes. A touch of apple cider vinegar and brown sugar adds a delightful tangy-sweet balance, while a pat of butter ensures a velvety finish. Perfect as a hearty side dish for roasted meats or a holiday spread, this recipe combines comfort and elegance in every bite. Ready in under an hour and serving six, it’s a colorful and flavorful way to brighten up any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Red cabbage
• 2 medium, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp Apples
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and cut it into quarters. Core the cabbage and thinly slice each quarter into shreds. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Dice the yellow onion into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet, discarding any excess.

Step 4

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté in the bacon grease over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the bacon grease and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the cabbage to begin softening.

Step 6

Add the sliced apples, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine and evenly distribute the flavors.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter, salt, and ground black pepper. Pour in the water, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cabbage should become tender, and the flavors should meld together.

Step 8

While the cabbage is simmering, crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces.

Step 9

After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled bacon.

Step 10

Serve warm as a vibrant, flavorful side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1488.7 grams (1488.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	981

Total Fat 41.40g	53%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 113mg	38%
Sodium 3534mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 138.30g	50%
Dietary Fiber 27.60g	99%
Total Sugars 85.80g
Protein 27.10g	54%

Vitamin D 12IU	61%
Calcium 419mg	32%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2674mg	57%

*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: 36.0%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 53.5%