21 Recipes to Make with Cabbage

The humble cabbage is a versatile, nutritious, and delicious vegetable that is used in cuisines around the world, lending its mild flavor, crunch and sweetness to soups, stews, salads, stir fries and more. You’ll be sure to find something tasty to make with this diverse collection of cabbage recipes.

Braised Red Cabbage & Apples

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious side dish, Braised Red Cabbage with Apples is a must try. This traditional German recipe is a sweet & sour treat which is great on its own or served with roasted meats and veggies. Get the recipe: Braised Red Cabbage & Apples

Cabbage Stir-Fry

Cabbage stir-fry with carrots and bean sprouts is a healthy and delicious Asian-style side dish. Ready in less than 15 minutes, this vegetarian stir-fry is a tasty quick and easy recipe and you can add protein to make it the main dish. Get the recipe: Cabbage Stir-Fry

Cabbage Rolls

These Ukrainian style cabbage rolls are filled with ground beef and rice, topped with tomato sauce and cooked in the slow cooker or oven. These delicious stuffed cabbage rolls are a delicious meal and perfect for pot lucks. Get the recipe: Cabbage Rolls

Quick Pickled Red Cabbage

Quick Pickled Red Cabbage is extra easy to make and it’s a delicious condiment for topping burgers, sandwiches, tacos and more. Get the recipe: Quick Pickled Red Cabbage

Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes)

Irish Mashed Potatoes are creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes combined with sweet cabbage, leeks and lots of butter and cream. This traditional Irish dish is a delicious side dish that the whole family is sure to love. Get the recipe: Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes)

Red Cabbage Soup

This vibrant Red Cabbage Soup is a show stopper with it’s bright purple colour. And this creamy soup is not only beautiful, but also super nutritious and absolutely delicious. Get the recipe: Red Cabbage Soup

Corned Beef & Cabbage

A common Saturday dinner for Irish North Americans, it just wouldn’t feel like St. Patrick’s Day without this delicious combination of corned beef and cabbage with potatoes and carrots. Make use of your slow cooker for the simplest way to make tender, juicy corned beef and cabbage. Get the recipe: Corned Beef and Cabbage

Red Cabbage Slaw

Crunchy red cabbage slaw with a tangy dressing is packed with fresh flavor and simple ingredients.  This colorful, delicious and easy side dish is perfect for fish tacos, pulled pork sandwiches, burgers and grilled chicken, meat, or fish.  Get the Recipe: Red Cabbage Slaw

Jamaican Cabbage

This popular Jamaican side dish is quick and easy to make and goes with everything. It’s loaded with fresh vegetables and herbs and the Scotch bonnet pepper adds some spicy heat but is totally optional. Get the recipe: Jamaican Cabbage

Asian Cabbage Salad

This bright and colorful Asian cabbage salad is chock full of vegetables along with quinoa, chickpeas and cashews. With a creamy and spicy Thai-inspired peanut dressing, this hearty salad is perfect both as a side and main meal. Get the recipe: Asian Cabbage Salad

Farmhouse Cabbage Soup

Cabbage is a staple in Polish cuisine and this cabbage soup has an Eastern European flair. Farmhouse Cabbage Soup with Cannellini Beans and Kielbasa is rustic, hearty and delicious. Crusty bread is all you need to complete this satisfying meal. Get the recipe: Farmhouse Cabbage Soup

Chinese Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

Pork and cabbage dumplings are a traditional dish, especially eaten for the Lunar New Year. Making your own dumplings is easier than you might think, and these are so delicious you’ll definitely want to try your hand at it. Get the recipe: Chinese Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

Baechu-Kimchi (Napa Cabbage Kimchi)

Kimchi is a deliciously tangy, spicy and flavorful fermented Korean side dish with cabbage as the main ingredient. Use it anywhere you want to add some tasty, garlicky kick. Get the recipe: Baechu-Kimchi (Napa Cabbage Kimchi).

Italian Sausage and Cabbage

Get an authentic, simple one pan Italian meal on the table in 20 minutes. This Italian Sausage and Cabbage (Salsiccia con Cavolo) recipe is made with sweet or hot Italian sausage along with cabbage cooked with pancetta, onion and wine. Get the recipe: Italian Sausage and Cabbage

Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles)

Haluski is a traditional Czech Republic dish of fried cabbage and noodles. It’s quick to make, easy, budget-friendly and delicious. Get the recipe: Haluski

Malfouf Salad (Lebanese Cabbage Salad)

Malfouf means ‘cabbage’ in Arabic and is the main ingredient for this dish. It’s simple and fresh, with a delicious tahini dressing. Get the recipe: Malfouf Salad (Lebanese Cabbage Salad).

Mexican Coleslaw

Mexican Coleslaw with cabbage, corn, black beans, tomatoes, jalapeños and citrus dressing Is a flavor-packed, easy slaw recipe. It’s perfect for rice bowls, tacos, enchiladas and more. Get the recipe: Mexican Coleslaw

Cabbage Fried Rice

A mildly spiced and delicious Indian style cabbage fried rice made with shredded cabbage, basmati rice, onions spices and herbs. It’s a great way to use leftover rice. Get the recipe: Cabbage Fried Rice

Thai Ground Turkey and Cabbage Bowls

Thai Ground Turkey and Cabbage Bowls are loaded with lean ground turkey and colorful vegetables. A flavorful sauce is drizzled over top for a delicious dinner. These bowls are perfect for meal prep. Get the recipe: Thai Ground Turkey and Cabbage Bowls

Homemade Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut is Kimchi’s tamer German cousin. However, it’s still flavorful and versatile as a condiment, side dish, or for topping your hot dogs and Rueben sandwiches. Best of all, it’s easy to make at home with just two ingredients. Get the recipe: Homemade Sauerkraut

Ukrainian Borscht (Beet and Cabbage Soup)

Ukrainian Borscht is a delicious vegetable soup with cabbage and beets as the main ingredients. This recipe is chock full of vegetables with the addition of potatoes and carrots for a hearty, flavorful soup. Get the recipe: Ukrainian Borscht