Mexican Skillet Cabbage
Get ready to bring bold Mexican flavors to your table with this vibrant and easy Mexican Skillet Cabbage recipe! This one-pan dish combines tender sautéed cabbage with a medley of black beans, sweet corn, and juicy diced tomatoes, all infused with smoky paprika, zesty cumin, and a touch of chili powder for a spice-filled kick. Fresh lime juice and cilantro add a bright finishing touch, while optional melted cheese takes it to a comforting new level. Ready in just 40 minutes, this hearty gluten-free and vegetarian recipe works perfectly as a flavorful side dish or a satisfying meatless main course. Quick, healthy, and absolutely packed with flavor, it’s your new go-to for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, and frozen corn kernels.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Top with chopped fresh cilantro and shredded cheese, if desired, before serving.
Enjoy your Mexican Skillet Cabbage as a hearty side dish or a light main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 767 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1056 mg | 22% | |
*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.
