Heart-Healthy Simple Steamed Cabbage
Elevate your side dish game with this "Heart-Healthy Simple Steamed Cabbage" recipe that's bursting with wholesome flavor and easy-to-follow instructions. Featuring tender green cabbage steamed to perfection, this low-calorie dish is enhanced with a drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a vibrant finish. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-rich recipe makes an ideal heart-healthy accompaniment to any meal, offering a boost of fiber, antioxidants, and fresh, zesty notes. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it's a light and satisfying addition to your healthy eating repertoire. Serve warm and enjoy simplicity at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Green cabbage
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Start by removing any wilted or damaged outer leaves from the cabbage and rinse it under cool running water to clean.
Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core from each quarter. Then, slice each quarter into 1-inch thick strips.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, add enough water to reach just below the basket. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Place the sliced cabbage in the steamer basket and cover the pot with a lid.
Steam the cabbage for about 8-10 minutes or until it becomes tender but still vibrant green.
While the cabbage is steaming, heat the olive oil in a small pan over low heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be cautious not to brown the garlic as it can become bitter.
Once the cabbage is steamed, transfer it to a serving bowl and drizzle with the garlic-infused olive oil.
Season the cabbage with salt and fresh ground black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
Finish the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, and enjoy the simple yet delightful flavors of this heart-healthy steamed cabbage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1248 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 699 mg | 15% | |
*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.
