Red Cabbage with Apples

Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Red Cabbage with Apples, a classic side dish that’s as nourishing as it is eye-catching. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of apples with the tangy brightness of apple cider vinegar, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and cloves for a comforting depth of flavor. Sautéed onions add a savory balance, while brown sugar provides just the right touch of caramelized sweetness. Simmered to tender perfection, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, sausages, or hearty potato dishes. Ready in just over an hour and packed with colorful nutrients, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive holiday feasts. Add a burst of color and unforgettable flavor to your mealtime repertoire today!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage, then cut it into quarters. Remove the core from each quarter and thinly slice the cabbage.

Step 2

Peel and core the apples, then cut them into thin slices.

Step 3

Peel the onion and finely slice it.

Step 4

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the sliced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced red cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine.

Step 7

Add the apple slices to the pot, followed by the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, water, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8

Cover the pot with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a little more water if the mixture starts to stick to the bottom of the pot.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or vinegar if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish with roast meats, sausages, or alongside potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1396.3 grams (1396.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	644

Total Fat 24.40g	31%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2771mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 106.40g	39%
Dietary Fiber 23.50g	84%
Total Sugars 55.50g
Protein 12.60g	25%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 497mg	38%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2534mg	54%

*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: 31.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 61.2%