15 Tasty Cabbage Recipes to Add a Little Crunch to Your Day

Let’s face it: cabbage is more than just a salad filler. These 15 tasty recipes prove cabbage can be crispy, crunchy, and full of flavor that’ll make you rethink your veggie choices. Time to give your meals a serious green upgrade!

Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Two cabbage rolls on a plate with fork. — Golumpki Stuffed Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Bring something new to the dinner table with our golumpki stuffed cabbage rolls! This cozy Polish dish is easy to prepare with our simple recipe and just a few ingredients.
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Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole

Cabbage beef casserole inside cast iron. — Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

One pan, one amazing meal! This Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole is easy to make in a cast iron and filled with all the good stuff. Low carb, gluten-free, and bursting with flavor, it's the ultimate comfort food your family will crave.
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Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground pork and purple cabbage stir fry in a white pan. — Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This stir fry is all about simplicity and taste. Ground pork, cabbage, and mushrooms tossed together in a delicious Asian sauce—quick to throw together and even quicker to enjoy!
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Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Ground beef cabbage stir fry in a bowl with chopsticks. — Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This skillet dinner is as easy as it gets! Ground beef and cabbage come together with a light savory sauce and aromatic spices, inspired by an Asian stir fry. It’s the kind of meal that’s quick, tasty, and perfect for those busy weeknights.
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Chicken and Cabbage Soup with Ginger

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This Chicken and Cabbage soup is all about simple, hearty flavors. Chicken thighs, potatoes, and veggies come together with a dash of garlic and ginger for a quick, satisfying bowl of comfort.
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Cabbage Apple Salad

Red cabbage slaw in a wooden bowl with a spoon. — Cabbage Apple Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This Cabbage Apple Salad is a fresh, crunchy mix of red cabbage and Golden Delicious apples, topped with a zesty dressing. It's a versatile dish that’s delicious year-round!
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Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo

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This Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo is comfort food in a skillet! In just 30 minutes, you’ll have cabbage noodles, Italian sausage, and a creamy Alfredo sauce that’s sure to be a family favorite.
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Sauerkraut

All you need for this homemade sauerkraut is cabbage and salt, and the result is a tasty, probiotic-packed dish that’s great for your gut. It’s a healthy, salty addition to any meal!
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Fried Cabbage and Sausage Skillet

Cast iron bowl with cabbage and sausage. — Fried Cabbage and Sausage Skillet. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This fried cabbage and sausage skillet is the ultimate 30-minute meal—quick, delicious, and budget-friendly. It’s a timeless dish that the whole family will enjoy any night of the week.
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Braised Cabbage

Braised cabbage takes humble cabbage and turns it into something special. Slow-cooked until tender and full of savory flavor, this dish is a delicious and comforting addition to any meal, whether as a side or a main.
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Smothered Cabbage

A bowl of cabbage and sausage. — Smothered Cabbage. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A few years back, when I had an overflowing cabbage harvest, I came across this Smothered Cabbage recipe. I didn’t invent it, but it’s quickly become one of our favorites!
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Sauteed cabbage with peppers

A plate with mashed potatoes and meat on it. — Sauteed cabbage with peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Russian sautéed cabbage is cooked in a smoky mix of onions, tomatoes, and peppers, transforming it into a silky, glistening dish that melts in your mouth. It's the perfect balance of flavors and texture.
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Cabbage Au Gratin

A casserole dish filled with cabbage, cheese and bacon. — Cabbage Au Gratin. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

This cheesy cabbage gratin is perfect for keto! Roast some cabbage wedges, cover them in a creamy sauce, sprinkle on Gouda cheese, and add bacon if you’re feeling fancy. A tasty way to make cabbage the star.
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon

A pan full of bacon and cabbage with a wooden spoon. — Fried Cabbage with Bacon. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Who knew cabbage could taste this good? This Fried Cabbage with Bacon comes together in 25 minutes, with crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and onions creating the perfect balance of salty, savory goodness.
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Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Enjoy roasted cabbage steaks anytime with this easy recipe! Tender and full of flavor, these steaks come together in no time and make the perfect side dish—or even a veggie main—for your weekday meals.
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