Let's face it: Cabbage is rarely the star of dinnertime. But did you know that it's nutritious, delicious and easy to cook? These cabbage recipes show it's time for this underrated cruciferous veggie to take center stage.
35 Best Cabbage Recipes to Try Tonight
Updated on Sep. 14, 2023
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Favorite Corned Beef and Cabbage
Total Time
2 hours 55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It may be the most famous dish to eat on St. Patrick's Day, but this Irish-American corned beef recipe is a favorite at our table all year long. This is how to make corned beef and cabbage. —Evelyn Kenney, Trenton, New Jersey
This classic cabbage recipe needs no introduction. Our version includes cider vinegar and freshly grated horseradish for an added depth of flavor. Don’t skip the homemade mustard sauce!
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Cabbage Roll Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I layer cabbage with tomato sauce and ground beef lasagna-style to create a hearty casserole that tastes like cabbage rolls but without all the work. —Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia
Sorry, tuna noodle, we have to try something new! This inventive casserole is flavorful and filling, thanks to ground beef, bacon, tomato sauce, rice, mozzarella cheese, spices and (you guessed it) cabbage.
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Warm Cabbage, Fennel and Pear Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This crunchy salad makes an elegant first course or side, but it's hearty enough to be an entree when paired with a crusty artisan bread. We love it served warm. —Grace Voltolina, Westport, Connecticut
Take full advantage of your farmers market haul. Fennel, cabbage and toasted walnuts are responsible for the delightful crunch in this salad, while pears and honey add sweetness. If you opt not to use the optional brandy or Cognac, toss the pears in lemon juice to preserve their color. Try this braised cabbage recipe.
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Pineapple Coleslaw
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was a child, my mother often served this salad with multicolored marshmallows sprinkled on top, much to my delight. The marshmallows added a touch of sweetness that really complemented this salad's tangy flavor. —Betty Follas, Morgan Hill, California
Bring this sweet and tangy coleslaw to a picnic or a potluck, and, like many other pineapple recipes, it’ll disappear in minutes. To make the dish extra fancy, use fresh pineapple instead of canned.
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Pork Shepherd’s Pie
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Of all the shepherd's pie recipes I've tried through the years, this version is my favorite. Although I live alone, I enjoy cooking and baking for friends and family. —Mary Arthurs, Etobicoke, Ontario
Shouldn’t every main dish have layers of flavor? This one starts with pork, then is topped with sauteed cabbage, mashed potatoes and shredded cheese.
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Grilled Cabbage
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The first time I made this, I couldn’t believe how good it was! We served it with grilled burgers and our dinner was complete. I never thought I’d skip dessert because I was full from too much cabbage! —Elizabeth Wheeler, Thornville, Ohio
With only five ingredients and 30 minutes of cooking time, this quick and easy side dish is about to be on regular rotation whenever your grill is fired up. Serve it with burgers, grilled chicken or fish.
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German Red Cabbage
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sunday afternoons were a time for family gatherings when I was a kid. While the uncles played cards, the aunts made treats such as this traditional German red cabbage recipe. —Jeannette Heim, Dunlap, Tennessee
Red cabbage isn’t just pretty, it’s also nutritious. It’s packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin A and potassium. If you have leftover red cabbage, try using it in another bright dish like this raspberry slaw.
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Contest-Winning Cajun Cabbage
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Looking for a different treatment for cabbage? Try this spicy cheese-topped Cajun cabbage that I adapted from a friend's recipe. I added a little of this and that until it tasted the way I wanted. Not only do my husband and kids like it, but I also get rave reviews when I make it for company or church functions. —Bobbie Soileau, Opelousas, Louisiana
You’ve never experienced cabbage like this before. Here, it’s combined with ground beef, peppers, onions, tomatoes, long grain rice, hot sauce and lots of spices, then topped with Colby cheese.
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Southern Coleslaw
Total Time
15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother used to make this salad on holidays. With all the cabbage that is grown here, this coleslaw recipe is a real natural for us! —Deb Darr, Falls City, Oregon
Here’s a trick to keeping coleslaw from getting soggy. After shredding, toss the cabbage with 1 teaspoon of salt, then place it in a colander set on top of a bowl. Let it sit for one hour to draw out the water, then drain and prepare the recipe.
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Cabbage Roll Skillet
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Have a happy helping of this quicker take on something our grandmothers would make. We serve it over brown rice. It also freezes well. —Susan Chickness, Pictou County, Nova Scotia
If you’re craving cabbage rolls but don’t have time for the assembly, this cabbage roll skillet hits the spot. For more flavor or heat, add hot sauce to the finished dish.
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Roasted Cabbage & Onions
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I roast veggies to bring out their sweetness, and it works wonders with onions and cabbage. The piquant vinegar-mustard sauce makes this dish similar to a slaw. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
While lots of other roasted vegetables crisp up after roasting, this roasted cabbage dish turns out tender and saucy. This is a great recipe to use when you need to use up lots of leftover cabbage—just pair it with pork or corned beef!
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Baja Fish Tacos
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Crisp mahi mahi pans out beautifully when dressed up with fresh lime, cilantro and smoky adobo. One bite and you’ll be hooked on these baja fish tacos! —Brooke Keller, Lexington, Kentucky
It’s just not a fish taco without a generous sprinkling of shredded cabbage. If you’re a cabbage-cutting newbie, check out our tips for shredding cabbage perfectly every time.
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Egg Roll Noodle Bowl
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love Asian egg rolls, but they can be challenging to make. Simplify everything with this deconstructed egg roll made on the stovetop and served in a bowl. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
While the idea of making egg rolls at home might seem daunting, you can still get the same taste (and delightful cabbage crunch) with this easy 30-minute dish. Be sure not to skimp on the soy sauce.
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Salmon Burgers with Tangy Slaw
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I thought I’d made salmon every way you can make it—until now. The tangy slaw, made with fennel and avocado, adds another layer of flavor that goes surprisingly well with salmon and other seafood. —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas
Don’t be intimidated by the long list of ingredients. If you have 25 minutes to prep and another 10 minutes to grill, this recipe will be ready just in time for dinner—including the homemade honey mustard!
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German-Style Cabbage and Beans
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my greatest hits for a potluck dish at church suppers. If you use some red cabbage, it will have very festive colors, light pink with green. It looks so pretty. —Winifred Winch, Wetmore, Michigan
One of our readers recommends making a double batch and taking it to a potluck. Or you could keep it all for yourself and serve it with pork tenderloin for dinner, as another reader suggests.
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Cabbage and Beef Soup
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was a little girl, I helped my parents work the fields of their small farm. Lunchtime was always a treat when Mother picked fresh vegetables from the garden and simmered them in her big soup pot. We loved making this delicious recipe. —Ethel Ledbetter, Canton, North Carolina
Chicken noodle? Minestrone? Yawn. We love to eat this warm, hearty dish all year long. You can even freeze the leftovers to eat months later: Separate the soup into serving-size portions, then pop them in the freezer.
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Broccoli Slaw
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's my favorite twist on broccoli salad. It's so easy to make and has an irresistible tangy crunch. —Konny Thomas, Citrus Heights, California
We love classic coleslaw recipes, but there’s something fun about switching things up. While the broccoli in this version is the highlight, red cabbage adds a welcome texture and crunch.
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Vietnamese Crunchy Chicken Salad
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I lived in Cleveland I would eat at a really good Vietnamese restaurant that had a dish I couldn't get enough of. Since I had it so frequently, I figured out the components and flavors and created my own easy-to-make version. Everyone who's tasted it loves it. —Erin Schillo, Northfield, Ohio
If you’ve fallen into a salad rut, ditch the Caesar and grab some shredded cabbage. Best of all, cabbage doesn’t wilt like lettuce, so you can prep a few batches in advance and eat them for lunch all week.
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Midwestern Meat Pies
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I moved to the Midwest in 1966, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. One of my friends introduced me to this recipe, similar to sandwiches from Nebraska's widely known Runza restaurant chain, and it quickly became a favored dish in my home. —Dolly Croghan, Mead, Nebraska
According to our reader, this recipe was inspired by a similar meat pie that was made popular at the Runza restaurant chain in Nebraska. While making your own dough probably isn’t a usual weeknight activity, save this one for when you’re ready for a challenge.
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Colcannon Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every Irish family has its own colcannon recipe, since it's a classic potato and cabbage dish. My recipe comes from my father's family in Ireland. It's part of my St. Patrick's Day menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread. —Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon
Hearty colcannon potatoes are a staple of any St. Patrick’s Day feast, and every Irish family has their own recipe. Serve this one with carrots, soda bread and lamb chops.
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Inside-Out Stuffed Cabbage
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Preparing stuffed cabbage rolls can be time-consuming, but this version with butternut squash has the classic flavors —and it’s table ready in just 30 minutes. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Pressed for time? Cut down the prep work by using cubed butternut squash instead of chopping your own. The whole dish will be ready on the table in 30 minutes.
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Corned Beef Stir-Fry
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The celery seed really comes through in this colorful combination of carrots, cabbage and corned beef. A woman at church shared the recipe with me. My husband and son love its subtle sweetness. —Alesah Padgett, Franklin, Georgia
If you end up with extra corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day, here’s a fantastic way to use up the leftovers. Thinly sliced corned beef is sauteed with cabbage, carrots and green onions, and then served over a bed of rice.
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Slow-Cooker Golombki
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I modified my mom's classic Polish dish to fit my hectic life. Instead of boiling the cabbage and then filling it with beef, I just toss the ingredients in the slow cooker. It's much easier and tastes just as delicious. —Mary Walker, Clermont, Florida
If you’ve never tried golombki, it’s time to add it to your dinner rotation. The classic Polish dish features rice, onions, spaghetti sauce, tomato soup and cabbage. Thanks to your trusty slow cooker, dinner is ready whenever you are.
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Campers’ Coleslaw
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Crispy and crunchy, this old family slaw recipe makes a refreshing side dish for picnics and parties. —Kimberly Wallace, Dennison, Ohio
Quick; you have an hour until the potluck and you forgot to make a dish! Campers’ coleslaw uses seven ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and requires only 20 minutes of prep and cooking time.
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Creole Cabbage
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is an easy Creole skillet recipe with a wonderful texture and delicious flavor. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste. Sometimes I like to serve this over hot cooked rice. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Andouille sausage, cabbage, carrots, peppers, tomatoes, bacon and Creole seasoning come together for a quick and easy dish you can easily make on a weeknight, but is fancy enough for a weekend supper. Serve it over rice or with a piece of crusty bread.
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Great Northern Bean Stew
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This thick and hearty stew with great northern beans is sure to chase the winter chills away. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
We love a good stew recipe! Don’t rush the simmering time—while this flavorful stew cooks for almost an hour on the stove, the complex flavor will be well worth it.
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Southern Vinegar Slaw
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This has been a very popular salad from my recipe box for a long, long time! Before I retired, when my office had a covered-dish-get-together, I was always asked to bring my tangy Southern vinegar coleslaw. My family loves it, too. —Fern Hammock, Garland, Texas
Thanks to white vinegar, celery seed and ground mustard, this delightfully tangy coleslaw is perfect with anything from hot dogs to fish tacos. Time-saving tip: Use coleslaw mix instead of shredding cabbage and carrots by hand.
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Meat Buns
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
On the outside, these golden buns resemble ordinary dinner rolls. But one bite reveals the tasty, cheesy beef filling inside. —Sharon Leno, Keansburg, New Jersey
Save this recipe for a rainy day, when you have enough time to make yeast dough from scratch. The melted cheese and ground beef filling make this a perfect appetizer to pair with a lighter dinner.
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Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the kind of salad you can keep in the fridge for a couple days and it just gets better. I just add the sunflower seeds before serving to keep the crunch. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Make a double batch of this barbecue potluck favorite—as it sits in the fridge for a day or two, the flavors really come together and make the dish taste even better.
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Makeover Reuben Melt
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This twist on a classic Reuben keeps the corned beef and uses a sauce made with Swiss (and plenty of thousand-island flavor). Fresh slaw on top replaces the sauerkraut. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The key to a quick and easy Reuben melt starts with your broiler and ends with a heap of homemade coleslaw. Just warm the bread in the broiler, add corned beef, broil again and top with cheese and slaw.
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Asian Slaw
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's an Asian slaw recipe without all the greasy mayonnaise. It's well-liked by the people who've tried it. A bit of sugar mellows the tangy Asian coleslaw dressing. —Alta Goodman, Canton, South Dakota
We’ve never met a coleslaw we didn’t like, but this Asian-inspired version made without mayonnaise has become one of our new favorites. White wine vinegar and sesame oil are the star ingredients that bring the slaw together.
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Cabbage Rolls
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It was an abundance of dill in my garden that led me to try this. My family liked the taste so much that, from then on, I made my old-fashioned cabbage rolls recipe with dill. This is how to make easy cabbage rolls. – Florence Krantz, Bismarck, North Dakota
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Freezer Slaw
Total Time
40 min
Servings
18 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This unusual slaw recipe from my mother combines all the ingredients, then stores in the freezer. Remember to thaw before serving. — Alice Campbell, Dickinson, North Dakota
If you always like to be prepared with freezer meals, this make-ahead side dish is for you. Salt the cabbage and drain any excess liquid, make the dressing, add veggies and transfer to a freezer container. The next time you want coleslaw, just pop it in the fridge to thaw overnight.
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One-Pot Unstuffed Cabbage
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here is one of my favorite ways to cook and enjoy cabbage. It has all the good flavor of regular cabbage rolls, but it's a lot less bother to make. In fact, it's a one-pot meal! —Mrs. Bernard Snow, Lewiston, Michigan
Cabbage rolls, though delicious, are so time-consuming. On evenings when you want the taste without the effort, here’s a one-pot recipe that will definitely hit the spot.
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Wilted Coleslaw
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I fix this snappy hot slaw for myself whenever I have a taste for it. The crisp ingredients and sweet-and-sour dressing are irresistible.—Denise Albers, Freeburg, Illinois
If you’ve never tried warm slaw, it’s time to find out what you’ve been missing. And if you need any more convincing, there’s bacon in the recipe. Serve it with baked chicken or pork chops.
