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Roasted Red Cabbage is so tasty - and super easy and only 5 simple ingredients! Chock full of flavor with goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and balsamic vinegar! 😉

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Why You'll ❤️ Roasted Red Cabbage

"I always hated cabbage as a kid. Now I can't get enough of this roasted cabbage with goat cheese, walnuts, and balsamic! It's such a simple side dish too!" -Kori

Love red cabbage? Be sure to try this fresh and delicious Red Cabbage Salad with Apples and Walnuts or this fabulous Apple, Bratwurst, and Red Cabbage Soup! Or, go traditional with this pickled red cabbage.

Not Just For The Holidays

Red cabbage isn't just for the holidays! For years growing up, our Grandmother served pickled red cabbage at every Christmas dinner. A popular Scandinavian recipe (our Grandfather was Danish) that consisted of shredded red cabbage, vinegar, sugar, and current jelly cooked gently on the stove.

If you are like me, wondering if there is more to cabbage than the simple dish Grandma used to make - you'll find that roasting red cabbage is one of the best ways to cook it.

Super Easy

Roasted red cabbage only takes 7 minutes of prep and uses only 7 ingredients.

Healthy Side Dish

This red cabbage dish is healthy and loaded with flavor! Did you know that cabbage is, has over 14% of your day's Vitamin K, 11% Vitamin C, and 11% Calcium? Yep. All that packed into 1 slice!

You'll love that this is a healthy gluten free, low carb, and keto cabbage dish with 7.4 grams of carbs, 2.1 g fiber, and 5.3 grams of net carbs. Roasting cabbage with oil and topping with goat cheese and toasted walnuts is a great way to get in healthy fat.

🥘 What You'll Need

Here are the ingredients you will need to make roasted red cabbage:

Head of Red cabbage (Purple Cabbage) - you can also use green cabbage.

Extra Virgin Olive oil

Kosher salt

Pepper

Goat cheese crumbles - you'll love the tang that the goat cheese gives to this dish.

Walnuts - toasted then chopped

Balsamic vinegar - adds tang and sweetness.

🔪 How To Make It

Here's how to make oven roasted cabbage:

Slice Cabbage

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Lay foil on a rimmed baking sheet and spray lightly with nonstick spray.

Remove the out leaves, and trim the stem. Slice the head of cabbage in half, then slice the half into 4 wedges.

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Season and Roast

Drizzle with half of the EVOO, then sprinkle half of the salt, pepper. Place in oven and roast the cabbage for 15 minutes.

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Remove from oven, flip cabbage wedges over and drizzle with remaining oil and seasoning. Place back in the oven and roast cabbage for another 15 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.

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Add Toppings

Remove from oven, and place wedges on a platter. Sprinkle goat cheese, walnuts, and thyme over the top. Drizzle with vinegar and serve.

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Serve

Season with additional salt, pepper, and vinegar to taste! Enjoy!

🥗 What Can I Serve With Roasted Red Cabbage?

Of course, we all know that roast goose and red cabbage is a popular Christmas meal for many people worldwide.

Red cabbage is THE perfect year-round side dish that goes great with many chicken, pork, turkey, and beef recipes! Here are some ideas:

  • Easy Slow Cooker Pork Butt Roast
  • How to Roast A Goose
  • Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb
  • Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Ham (Sugar Free Glazed Ham)
  • Tender Slow Cooker Tuscan Turkey Breast
  • Grilled Ribeye Steak

📖 Variations

Here are some different ways you can customize this recipe:

  • Grill the cabbage instead of roasting in the oven.
  • Don't use cheese, nuts, or vinegar. Make this recipe with EVOO, salt, and pepper - it's good!
  • Use green cabbage instead of red.
  • Mix a little maple syrup with the vinegar and top with cooked and crumbled bacon.
  • Sprinkle a little garlic powder or onion powder.
  • Dice leftovers and add to soup.
  • Turn it into a hash and top with an egg for a healthy breakfast.
  • Change up the recipe and substitute different cheeses and herbs.
  • Top with bacon, diced ham, or chicken.

❓FAQs

How to cook red cabbage

There are many ways to cook red cabbage. Here are a few options:

Cut into wedges or steaks and sprinkle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Lay on a baking sheet and roast in an oven at 425F until tender, turning halfway.
Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Air fry cabbage wedges or steaks at 350F to 375F for about 20 to 25 minutes until tender.

Shred raw cabbage and toss with coleslaw dressing or other favorite dressing. Try our dill pickle slaw - so delicious.

Steam cabbage and serve with butter, salt, and pepper.

Saute wedges, or steak in a skillet.

Add to stew or soups.

Is cabbage keto?

Absolutely, yes. Cabbage is a great vegetable to eat on keto. This roasted red cabbage has 16.5g fat, 5.3 net carbs, and 5.2g protein.
For more information on what foods are okay to eat on keto see my Keto Food Guide and Grocery List

How many calories in red cabbage?

Red cabbage calories are about 22 calories per 1 cup. This recipe has 190 calories mainly from the oil, goat cheese, and walnuts.

How do I store it?

Store this roasted cabbage recipe in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

Can I freeze this recipe?

No, we do not recommend freezing this recipe.

✔️ More Vegetable Side Dish Recipes

Want to try some different vegetable side dishes?

  • Air Fryer Cabbage
  • Italian Roasted Cabbage Slices
  • Baked Zucchini Casserole With Cheese
  • Low Carb Eggplant Parmesan (Eggplant Gratin)
  • Blue Cheese Wedge Salad Recipe - you'll love the homemade blue cheese dressing!
  • Green Bean Casserole with Bacon And Cheese
  • Easy Cauliflower Cheese (Keto Cauliflower Cheese)

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Roasted Red Cabbage Recipe

Tasty - and super easy with only 7 simple ingredients! Chock full of flavor with goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and balsamic vinegar.

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Author Kori

Prep Time 7 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 37 minutes mins

Course Side Dish Recipes

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ red cabbage
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ¾ tsp pepper
  • ¼ cup goat cheese crumbles
  • cup walnuts chopped and toasted
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar about 1 tsp per cabbage slice
  • optional: fresh thyme

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lay foil on a baking sheet and spray lightly with nonstick spray.

  • Slice the cabbage in half, then slice the half into 4 wedges.

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  • Drizzle with half of the olive oil, then sprinkle half of the salt, pepper. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes.

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  • Remove from oven, flip cabbage wedges over and drizzle with remaining olive oil and seasoning. Place back in the oven and roast for another 15 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.

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  • Remove from oven, and place wedges on a platter. Sprinkle goat cheese, walnuts, and thyme over the top. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve.

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  • Season with additional salt, pepper, and vinegar to taste! Enjoy!

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Notes

  • Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
  • VARIATIONS: Substitute feta cheese for goat cheese, mix a little maple syrup with the balsamic vinegar and top with cooked and crumbled bacon.
  • SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve garnished with fresh thyme leaves. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wedgesCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 7.4gProtein: 5.2gFat: 16.5gCholesterol: 11.2mgSodium: 660mgFiber: 2.1gSugar: 3.7g

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Roasted red cabbage with goat cheese, walnuts, and balsamic vinegar is a super EASY side dish! So tender and loaded with flavor. Roasting cabbage brings out its flavor, and when topped with cheese, nuts, & herbs - it is the BEST. This healthy side dish is a low carb and keto roasted vegetable recipe. A simple, easy recipe for weeknights or holidays.

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FAQs

How do you cook red cabbage without losing color? ›

When cooked in an alkaline liquid like water, red cabbage turns blue. Adding vinegar, lemon juice, or another acid helps the cabbage to retain its red-purple color. Vinegar is also a bright flavor complement to the bold, earthy taste of the cabbage.

Does red cabbage cook differently than green cabbage? ›

Red and green cabbage can be used interchangeably in most recipes. The difference between cooking green cabbage and red cabbage is just one extra step. The compounds that give red cabbage its color, called anthocyanins, are water-soluble and will turn an unappetizing blue color when cooked.

Can you freeze red cabbage? ›

Freeze the cooked, cooled red cabbage up to 3 months ahead, defrost completely, then reheat in a pan to serve. Wear rubber gloves when peeling red cabbage so your hands don't stain.

How long does red cabbage take to cook? ›

Bring a large pan to medium high heat and add olive oil, red cabbage, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium low and cook ~ 50 minutes (for super soft cabbage), stirring occasionally so that nothing sticks or burns to the pan. OR cook ~ 20 minutes for medium soft cabbage.

Why add vinegar to red cabbage? ›

Vinegar is the tangy part of the sweet and sour flavor, and it also keeps the cabbage looking good. The compounds that give red cabbage its color and antioxidants (anthocyanins) are water-soluble. Without a mild acid like vinegar or lemon juice, the cabbage will turn an unappetizing grayish blue color.

What is the healthiest way to eat red cabbage? ›

Go raw. Lock in nutrients by eating your cabbage uncooked in salads. Just make sure you slice it very finely.

Does red cabbage cleanse your colon? ›

Packed with phytosterols (plant sterols) and insoluble fiber, cabbage can help keep your digestive system healthy and bowel movements regular. It fuels the good bacteria in your gut that protects your immune system and produces essential nutrients.

Which is healthier red cabbage or green cabbage? ›

In comparison to green cabbage, red cabbage contains 10x more vitamins, cancer-fighting flavonoids, and a winning amount of antioxidants which improve eye, teeth, bone, & immune health.

Is red cabbage healthier than regular cabbage? ›

But red cabbage has higher levels of some types of antioxidants than other types of cabbage. These nutrients are thought to help reduce the risk of health conditions such as cancer, osteoporosis, and heart disease.

Can dogs eat red cabbage? ›

Yes, dogs can eat cabbage. Not only is cabbage safe for dogs to eat, but they will also benefit from many of the nutrients in this lovely, leafy vegetable. Dogs can eat cabbage raw, cooked or air dried. Additionally, dogs can eat any kind of cabbage that you can, so your pup can eat green, red, and white cabbage.

Can dogs eat cabbage? ›

Cabbage. All varieties of cabbage are not only tasty to your dog, they are also very healthy. Cabbage helps your dog's digestive system and is good for their skin.

How long does red cabbage last in the fridge? ›

Tips for storing cabbage

Wrapped tightly in plastic, a head of cabbage will keep for about two weeks in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. Once cut, use cabbage within 2-3 days. Cover and refrigerate cooked cabbage within two hours of cooking and use within 3-5 days.

Why do you soak red cabbage in water? ›

Crisp it up: Shredded cabbage stays perky if it's soaked in cold water. This also helps cut the pungent edge. Drain well before combining with other ingredients.

Do I need to refrigerate red cabbage? ›

How to Store Cabbage in the Fridge. Whether it's red or green, Savoy or napa, fresh cabbage should be stored in the refrigerator in a plastic bag. For red, green and Savoy cabbage heads, this storage method will keep the cabbage fresh for up to 10 days.

How do you keep red cabbage from changing color of bleeding when you cook it? ›

Add a little of vinegar to the cooking water and the cabbage will retain its red colour. If you cook red cabbage too long, it turns blue.

What can you use when cooking red cabbage to retain the colour? ›

Before cooking, remove any tired or discoloured leaves and always cook red cabbage with a little vinegar. This preserves the beautiful purple colour – without it, the cabbage will turn blue!

How do you keep red cabbage bright? ›

Adding acid

One of the easiest ways to keep your red cabbage from turning blue when you cook it is to control its acidity level. Delishably says that by adding a bit of a mild acid like lemon juice, you can slightly boost the acidity of the vibrant vegetable.

How do you stop red cabbage going blue? ›

When you sauté red cabbage, the acids evaporate off and it can turn blue. All you have to do is add lemon juice or vinegar to bring back the bright red color. For this same reason, you may have seen a blue circle around the cherries in cherry muffins.

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