22 Cabbage Recipes You'll Want to Make Forever

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle.

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle.

Cabbage is one of the best vegetables to cook with. From crunchy slaws to cozy soups and cabbage rolls, the healthy vegetable can be used in a variety of dishes. Plus, it packs some impressive health benefits. Recipes like our One-Pot Chicken & Cabbage Soup and Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Cabbage have four- and five-star ratings for a reason, and we know you'll love them, too.

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Loaded Cabbage Soup

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

This cozy Loaded Cabbage Soup tastes like a hug on a chilly evening and reheats beautifully for lunches all week long. Crispy bacon and sharp Cheddar bring classic baked potato vibes, while tender cabbage and creamy potatoes make it hearty yet wholesome. Each serving gets topped with the works, so every spoonful hits all the right notes.

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Melting Curry-Spiced Cabbage

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle.

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle.

This Melting Curry-Spiced Cabbage is a deeply savory side dish that turns humble green cabbage into something absolutely delicious. Wedges of cabbage are charred, then bathed in a curry-spiced sauce that infuses every layer with flavor. As it cooks, the cabbage softens and “melts” into the sauce. A final drizzle of yogurt and lime juice balance the flavors. It pairs beautifully with rice, lentils or grilled chicken.

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Cheesy Sautéed Cabbage

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

This cheesy cabbage is a comforting side dish that turns shredded green cabbage into something special. Creamy havarti cheese melts onto the warm cabbage, creating a rich, velvety texture. A layer of crispy panko breadcrumbs adds just the right amount of crunch. This easy dish pairs well with roasted meats or fish.

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Ranch-Roasted Cabbage Wedges

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

These ranch-roasted cabbage wedges give a savory twist to cabbage, bringing bold ranch flavor to every bite. Brushed with olive oil and a sprinkle of ranch seasoning straight from the packet, they roast until perfectly caramelized. A drizzle of creamy ranch dressing completes this ranch-lovers’ dream. These wedges make the perfect sidekick to grilled chicken or burgers.

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Roasted Sesame-Chile Cabbage Salad

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

This sesame-chile cabbage salad adds a bold and flavorful twist to roasted cabbage. The nutty richness of toasted sesame oil, the heat of chile flakes (which you can leave out if you prefer something milder) and a splash of rice vinegar combine to create the perfect balance of flavors. Tossed with toasted sesame seeds and scallions, this dish transforms simple cabbage into a vibrant side dish.

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Roasted Cabbage-Steak Spanakopita Melts

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Giovana Vazquez , Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Giovana Vazquez , Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

These roasted cabbage-steak spanakopita melts are a fun, melty spin on the classic Greek dish. Each cabbage steak is topped with a creamy spinach mixture before hitting the broiler. We love the savory flavor that smoked Cheddar cheese adds to the dish, but regular sharp Cheddar works just as well.

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Roasted Cabbage Salad with Miso Vinaigrette

Ali Redmond

Ali Redmond

This roasted cabbage salad with miso vinaigrette is a boldly flavored dish that combines caramelized, tender cabbage with a rich, umami-packed dressing. Roasting brings out the cabbage’s natural sweetness, while the miso vinaigrette adds a savory depth with a hint of tang. You can adapt this salad to your taste by stirring in different chopped fresh herbs. Try cilantro for a bright, citrusy twist, basil for a subtle anise-like aroma, or mint for some refreshing contrast.

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Balsamic-Parmesan Melting Cabbage

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

This balsamic-Parmesan melting cabbage is so tender you can cut it with a spoon. Slow-roasted with a rich balsamic-infused broth and topped with a light dusting of Parmesan, this dish transforms humble cabbage into a side dish to remember. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, salmon or a hearty lentil stew for a complete meal. It’s simple, elegant and delicious.

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Creamy Chicken, Cabbage & Mushroom Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

This creamy chicken-and-mushroom casserole is a comforting and protein-packed dinner perfect for busy evenings. With the combination of shredded cabbage, mushrooms and the aromatic kick of green curry paste, this dish is packed with flavor. Using rotisserie chicken helps streamline prep, but this dish is also a great way to use up leftover chicken if you have any on hand.

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Cabbage Steaks with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

These cabbage steaks with creamy mushroom sauce are a delicious meatless alternative to a classic steak dinner. This easy dinner is ideal for vegetarians or anyone else looking to add more comforting, plant-based meals to their menu. A mix of mushrooms will liven up the dish. Opt for a few shiitake mushrooms for the biggest flavor impact.

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Lemon-Turmeric Cabbage & White Bean Soup

Photographer: Ali Redmond. 

Photographer: Ali Redmond. 

This cozy soup turns humble ingredients into a bowl of golden comfort. Tender cabbage and creamy cannellini beans simmer together with aromatic spices for warmth and depth, while a splash of lemon juice at the end brightens every spoonful. It’s light yet satisfying, full of fiber and antioxidants, and easy enough for a weeknight.

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Roasted Cabbage Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Ali Redmond

Ali Redmond

This roasted cabbage salad combines the sweetness of roasted cabbage with the bright, zesty flavors of lime, orange and cumin. This versatile side dish works well alongside roasted chicken or steak. Or make it a vegetarian main dish by mixing it with brown rice and black beans.

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French Onion Cabbage Soup

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood, Food Stylist: Sally McKay

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood, Food Stylist: Sally McKay

This French onion cabbage soup is a creative twist on the classic, bringing a new level of comfort to this warming soup. This version swaps out some of the onion for caramelized cabbage. The savory broth, infused with sweet onions and topped with cheesy croutons, remains just as satisfying, but with a veggie-packed twist.

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Cheesy Cabbage Gratin

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

This cheesy cabbage gratin puts a fresh spin on traditional potato gratin by coating cabbage wedges with a cheesy, creamy sauce. Each wedge of cabbage is tender, with crispy, caramelized bits of cheese that melt into a rich, bubbly topping. It’s an excellent side dish served alongside roasted pork or chicken or enjoyed with a green salad and a hunk of crusty bread to sop up the sauce.

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Cabbage Grilled Cheese

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

This warming cabbage grilled cheese has it all: melty cheese, tender cabbage and crispy sweet-tart apple slices. This sandwich is an easy winner for lunch or served with a green salad for dinner. A light layer of mayonnaise on the outside of the bread is a great way to toast a grilled cheese to golden brown without having to rely on butter. We love tender, sweet Savoy cabbage, but this recipe would work with red or green cabbage as well.

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Grilled Cabbage with Cilantro-Lime Butter

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

This grilled cabbage is sure to transform your next BBQ. Here’s why: cabbage becomes deeply flavorful when it hits the hot grill. Once the outer leaves turn crispy and caramelized, move the cabbage to the cooler side of the grill for the tender-crisp center to finish cooking. This fuss-free side, topped with a flavorful compound butter, makes a perfect match for grilled meats, chicken or seafood. Sturdy heads of green cabbage work well here. If you prefer a darker color, red cabbage will work well too.

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Weight-Loss Cabbage Soup

Photographer: Grant Webster,  Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,

Photographer: Grant Webster,  Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,

Loaded with cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and tomato, this healthy cabbage soup recipe packs in lots of flavor and is ultra-satisfying. This easy recipe makes a big batch for lunch or dinner all week.

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Creamy Cabbage Casserole

Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless
Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless

This creamy cabbage casserole is subtly spicy and has the perfect balance of sweet, tender cabbage to classic, creamy béchamel sauce. The cracker and cheese topping adds a nice bit of crunch in every bite. Serve alongside roasted chicken or pork.

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Cabbage Caesar Salad

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

In this Caesar salad, we skip the usual romaine lettuce and opt for napa cabbage, a delightfully tender cabbage variety that maintains a crisp and mild sweetness even when eaten raw. The dressing takes a shortcut, using store-bought mayonnaise instead of fresh egg yolks, and gets a savory kick from anchovy paste. Feel free to switch it up by using chopped anchovy fillets, or omit it entirely for a vegetarian-friendly salad according to your preference.

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Sheet-Pan Beef & Cabbage Noodles

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

Forget the wok and all that stirring! This stir-fry recipe comes together in only 20 minutes on one baking sheet under the broiler. The trick to a perfect sheet-pan stir-fry is making sure your ingredients are spread out well on the pan so everything cooks evenly.

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Cabbage Steak Marsala

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser

This easy vegetarian cabbage steak recipe features thick slices of cabbage roasted and smothered in a classic Marsala mushroom sauce. If you have leftover cabbage, roast it separately or store it and save it for another use. The best substitute for Marsala is Madeira, another kind of fortified wine with a similar flavor profile. If you’re looking for a nonalcoholic substitute, balsamic vinegar can stand in for the Marsala wine.

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Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Skillet

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

This savory, meaty dish is prepared in a skillet and baked, capturing the essence of the classic dish while simplifying the process. To expedite prep, we recommend using precooked microwaveable brown rice.

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