Low Sodium Braised Cabbage
Transform your mealtime with this flavorful and healthy **Low Sodium Braised Cabbage** recipe that's perfect as a hearty side dish or a light main course. Made with tender green cabbage, sweet carrots, and aromatic onions and garlic, this dish gets a depth of flavor from apple cider vinegar, dried herbs like thyme and basil, and a splash of low sodium broth. The slow braising process softens the cabbage to perfection, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture while keeping the sodium content low—ideal for heart-healthy and low-sodium diets. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is as simple as it is delicious, offering a wholesome, savory, and versatile dish your whole family will love. Serve it alongside roasted meats, grilled tofu, or enjoy it on its own for a comforting bowl of goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large, peeled and sliced carrot
Instructions
Remove any tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut the cabbage in half, remove the core, and slice the cabbage into 1/2-inch thick strips.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced cabbage and carrot to the skillet, tossing to combine with the onion and garlic.
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to evaporate slightly.
Add the low sodium chicken or vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried basil, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Allow the cabbage to braise in the skillet for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more black pepper as desired.
Serve the braised cabbage warm as a side dish or as a main course accompanied by your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1111 mg | 24% | |
*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.
