Braised Red Cabbage with Apple Cider Vinegar

Ingredients

This dish is an easy side dish that will pair perfectly with any main meal. To make it you will need:

1 medium head red cabbage, cored and shredded
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

Making this side dish is incredibly easy and doesn’t take much time. To get started, heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cabbage, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir everything together and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is soft and tender, about 10 minutes.

Once the cabbage is cooked, stir in the butter until it melts. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve warm.

Nutrition

This side dish is rich in vitamins and minerals and is a great way to add some extra nutrition to your meals. It's low in calories and fat but high in dietary fiber and Vitamin C. One serving of this dish provides about 103 calories, 7 grams of fat, 4 grams of protein, 11 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of dietary fiber.

It also contains a good amount of Vitamin C, with about 24% of the recommended daily allowance for adults. Vitamin C helps boost your immune system and protects against cell damage. It's also a powerful antioxidant that helps fight free radicals in the body.

Serving Suggestions

This dish is a great accompaniment to any main meal. It pairs particularly well with roasted or grilled chicken, pork chops, or steak. It also goes well with fish, like salmon or trout. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad for a complete and nutritious meal.

It also makes a great side dish for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with a simple grain, like quinoa or brown rice, and an easy protein, like black beans or tofu. You can also toss it with cooked pasta for a quick and easy meal.