The hardest part of eating healthier is confronting the foods you’ve unfairly labeled bland or boring. Cabbage was once at the top of that list for me — until I discovered how wildly versatile (and genuinely delicious) it can be. Beyond its culinary glow-up, cabbage is packed with antioxidants and nutrients that support overall health and disease prevention. It’s also rich in vitamin C, which plays a key role in keeping your immune system strong and resilient.
Even better? Cabbage easily adapts to whatever you’re craving. It works well in soups, salads, and casseroles, and transforms entirely when fermented into flavor-packed staples like kimchi or sauerkraut. Instead of settling for processed, chemical-heavy lunches, these cabbage-corerecipes prove that eating well can be deeply satisfying. Ready to give this underrated vegetable a second chance? Let’s bring some serious wholesomeness (and flavor) back into the kitchen.
Here are 10 delicious cabbage recipes!
The Real Food Dietitians
Crockpot Corned Beef And Cabbage
You know that old saying, good things come to those who wait? Nothing could be truer when it comes to this mouthwatering Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage dish. This is one of the longer meals to prepare, as it takes about 8 hours, but I promise you, it is worth the wait. It’s so much better than a frozen microwave dinner. Your taste buds will thank you for putting in the time and effort! (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Half Baked Harvest
Vegetable Potstickers
Whether served as an appetizer before your main entree, or as a light lunch, these vegetable potstickers are steamy, fresh, and utterly delicious. They taste exactly like something you’d get at a high-end Asian restaurant, and are perfect to enjoy throughout the winter months! (via Half Baked Harvest)
The Real Food Dietitians
Chinese-Inspired Chicken Salad
As someone who has embarked on the Paleo/Whole30 diet, I know how hard it can be to find recipes that align with this lifestyle. Fortunately, the Chinese-Inspired Chicken Salad is the perfect addition for anyone following this diet plan (or simply people who care about clean eating!) It’s the perfect, fresh, tasty addition to any meal plan and will leave you feeling both full and refreshed after your last bite. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Clean Cuisine
Cabbage Slaw for Fish Tacos
You simply cannot have a fish taco without cabbage slaw. You just can’t! I hereby forbid it. It adds a delectable flavor and crunch that complements the fish and the taco shell, making the taco feel incomplete without it. (via Clean Cuisine)
Crowded Kitchen
Hot Honey Chicken Plate
This is the perfect Sweet Green dupe. Why spend money on the dish when you can make it yourself at home? Not only is this the perfect way to save money, but it’s also just as delicious as the Sweet Green plate. (via Crowded Kitchen)
Vikalinka
Miso Butter Roasted Cabbage Wedges
Cabbage has never tasted so good as it does in wedge form. Roast the wedges in butter, sprinkle with panko crumbs, and serve to your guests. They’ll be gone in a second because of how delicious they are. (via Vikalinka)
Averie Cooks
Cabbage Roll Casserole
Cabbage and casserole are not two of the most appealing words, and the thought of a cabbage casserole doesn’t sound so tempting. However, don’t let the words fool you. This beef, rice, cabbage, and melted cheese casserole is mouthwatering good. (via Averie Cooks)
Completely Delicious
Easy Classic Coleslaw
What better use for some leftover cabbage than some delicious coleslaw? While it’s typically the perfect side dish at the summer barbecue, you can certainly warm up your winter by bringing this summer favorite into your diet. It’s the perfect quick lunch option. (via Completely Delicious)
The Original Dish
Irish Scalloped Potatoes With Cabbage & Cheddar
Now this is something you’ll want to save for your St. Patrick’s Day affairs. You’ll win all your friends over with this delicious Irish meal. This creamy, cheesy dish is a must-have on your list of cabbage dishes. (via The Original Dish)
Culinary Hill
Russian Cabbage Soup
In the world of cabbagecore — where rustic, old-world comfort foods reign supreme — this Russian cabbage soup fits right in. It’s brothy, soothing, and deeply satisfying, with a clever splash of pickle juice that cuts through the richness and keeps every spoonful interesting. Equal parts wholesome and cozy, it’s the kind of recipe winter practically begs for.
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