Cabbage Apple Cinnamon Casserole Vegetarian Too
Transform simple ingredients into a cozy, flavor-packed side dish with this **Cabbage Apple Cinnamon Casserole**—a vegetarian-friendly recipe that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Sweet-tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp pair beautifully with tender green cabbage, while warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg bring comforting autumnal notes to every bite. A drizzle of maple syrup adds just the right touch of natural sweetness, and a buttery (or vegan) breadcrumb topping offers a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a holiday side dish or a cozy weeknight option, this casserole is easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep time before it bubbles to perfection in the oven. Whether you’re looking for vegetarian casserole recipes or a creative way to use seasonal produce, this dish is sure to please a crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 3 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 tablespoons butter (or plant-based alternative)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for breadcrumbs)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and chop the head into thin slices or shreds.
Core the apples, then slice them thinly, leaving the peels on for extra flavor and nutrients.
Peel and finely chop the yellow onion.
In a large skillet, melt the butter (or plant-based alternative) over medium heat.
Add the onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the cabbage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften.
Add the apple slices, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and let cook for another 5 minutes.
Lightly grease a medium casserole dish with butter or oil.
Transfer the cabbage and apple mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
If using breadcrumbs, mix them with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole as a topping.
Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cabbage is tender.
Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.5 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2739 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.9 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1509 mg | 32% | |
*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.
