Five Minute Sweet Peppered Cabbage
Transform your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful "Five Minute Sweet Peppered Cabbage" recipe, a simple yet satisfying side dish that’s ready in just five minutes! Featuring tender green cabbage sautéed in buttery richness, a drizzle of honey for natural sweetness, and a bold kick of black pepper, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a customizable hint of heat. With minimal prep and cook time, this versatile recipe makes an excellent complement to roasted meats, grilled fish, or even a casual weeknight dinner. Packed with wholesome ingredients and vibrant flavors, this easy cabbage recipe will become your new go-to for fast, delicious, and healthy meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, rinse it, and slice into thin strips until you have approximately 4 cups.
Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt completely.
Toss in the sliced cabbage and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
Drizzle the honey over the cabbage, and add the black pepper, salt, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
Continue cooking for 1 more minute, stirring well until the cabbage is slightly softened but still has a bit of crunch.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a delicious side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
91 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 300 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 184 mg | 4% | |
*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.
