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Sautéed Cabbage (Easy & Healthy)

Sautéed cabbage is a simple side dish that's full of flavor. Sliced cabbage is tossed in garlic, butter and onions, then caramelized into a golden brown.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 80 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Irish

Ingredients

  • 1 small green cabbage
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoon ghee or a blend of butter and olive oil
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Slice the cabbage. Cut the cabbage in half, then into quarters. Remove the core from each piece and chop across into thin slices. Slice the onion in half and across into into thin slices.
  2. Cook the onions. Melt the ghee in a large skillet over medium high heat. Sauté the onions for a minute or until just starting to soften. Then add in the minced garlic and stir again.
  3. Cook the cabbage. Add the cabbage and saute for about 12 to 15 minutes. During this time, stir the cabbage occasionally until the cabbage becomes soft and caramelized.
  4. Serve. Before serving, season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.

Notes

  • Let the cabbage cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Just keep in mind that it may soften when reheated from frozen. 
  • Because the cabbage may take up most of your pan, it's easiest to stir the cabbage with tongs. You could also saute the cabbage in batches if your pan isn't big enough. But cabbage, similar to spinach, will wilt down once it cooks.
  • Storage tips: Let the cabbage cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Just keep in mind that it may soften when reheated from frozen. 
  • Because the cabbage may take up most of your pan, it's easiest to stir the cabbage with tongs. You could also saute the cabbage in batches if your pan isn't big enough. But cabbage, similar to spinach, will wilt down once it cooks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 80kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 22mg (1%) Potassium 229mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 117IU (2%) Vitamin C 45mg (50%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80

% Daily Value*

Calories 80kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Potassium 229mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 117IU 2%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.