Low Sodium Braised Red Cabbage
Transform your favorite side dish into a wholesome, heart-healthy option with this Low Sodium Braised Red Cabbage recipe. Featuring the natural sweetness of green apple and a hint of warm cinnamon, this dish is irresistibly flavorful without relying on added salt. Slowly simmered in apple cider vinegar and low-sodium vegetable broth, the red cabbage becomes tender and infused with tangy-sweet goodness, accented by the subtle richness of caramelized onion and a touch of brown sugar. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this vibrant side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grain bowls, or plant-based mains. Ready in under an hour and serving six, it’s a simple yet elegant addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Red cabbage
- 1 Green apple
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small Onion
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
Instructions
Begin by removing the outer leaves of the red cabbage. Cut the cabbage in half, remove the core, and slice it thinly into strips.
Peel and core the green apple. Slice it into thin wedges.
Chop the small onion finely.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the sliced cabbage and sliced apple, mixing well.
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Season with black pepper and ground cinnamon. Add the bay leaf and brown sugar, stirring everything together.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After 40 minutes, check the tenderness of the cabbage. It should be soft and flavorful. Adjust seasoning if needed, remembering to keep it low sodium.
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy the braised red cabbage warm as a side dish with your favorite low-sodium main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 354 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2465 mg | 52% | |
*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.
