Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Cabbage Sabzi, a flavorful fusion of wholesome ingredients and bold spices. Perfect for a weeknight meal or side dish, this recipe combines tender shredded green cabbage with aromatic garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, and caramelized onions, all sautéed in heart-healthy olive oil. Infused with earthy spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, this dish bursts with warming, complex flavors. Finished with fresh parsley and a splash of tangy lemon juice, it offers a bright, zesty twist that pairs beautifully with Mediterranean cuisine. Ready in under 45 minutes, this low-carb, vegan recipe is packed with nutrients and Mediterranean flavors, making it an ideal choice for clean eating enthusiasts.
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients. Finely shred the cabbage. Mince the garlic cloves. Dice the cherry tomatoes and onion. Chop the fresh parsley.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Step 3: Add the onions and garlic to the pan, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in the turmeric powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook for another 1 minute, allowing the spices to bloom.
Step 5: Add the shredded cabbage to the pan, stirring well to mix with the onion and spice mixture.
Step 6: Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the cabbage cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7: After 10 minutes, add the diced cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Step 8: Cover and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the cabbage is tender and the tomatoes have softened.
Step 9: Once the cabbage is fully cooked, remove from heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley for an extra burst of freshness.
Step 10: Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve warm, garnished with a bit of additional parsley if desired.
Calories |
539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1815 mg | 39% | |
*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.