28 Cabbage Side Dishes

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28 Cabbage Side Dishes1/28 Sauteed Cabbage 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was young, my family grew our own cabbages. It was fun to put the cabbage to use in the kitchen, just as I did with this comforting side. With potatoes, deviled eggs and cornbread, fried cabbage tastes like home. —Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 59 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic

Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 2/28 Khmer Pickled Vegetable Salad 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 servings (3/4 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew up as a missionary kid in Cambodia, and most of my favorite foods have a Southeast Asian background. Locals love eating this pickled salad for breakfast, but I like it as a side for lunch or dinner, especially with chicken satay. —Hannah Heavener, Belton, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 99 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 794mg sodium, 25g

carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein

carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 3/28 Warm Cabbage, Fennel and Pear Salad 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Warm Cabbage, Fennel and Pear Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe 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 Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 391 calories, 26g fat (7g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 810mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (14g sugars,

8g fiber), 9g protein

8g fiber), 9g protein. 4/28 Cabbage and Rutabaga Slaw Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a favorite crunchy slaw that’s a perfect way to use cool-weather veggies. We love it as a side with any spicy main dish. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 126 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 5/28 Sesame Almond Slaw 2 Reviews Test Kitchen

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable

Approved Sesame Almond Slaw Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crunchy veggies and noodles are coated in a tangy dressing in this pleasant slaw. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 187 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 6/28 Roasted Cabbage & Onions 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

The piquant vinegar-mustard sauce makes this dish similar to a slaw

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 Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 183 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 636mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein. 7/28 Southern Coleslaw 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe 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!

natural for us! —Deb Darr, Falls City, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 137 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 8/28 Colcannon 59 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Colcannon Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe 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

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat

bread. —Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 168 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 361mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 9/28 Summertime Slaw 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Summertime Slaw Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As a change from mayonnaise-laden slaw, I created this refreshing alternative. It uses many of the garden vegetables I grow, so it’s also economical. I serve it at our family reunion each Fourth of July, and

it’s always a big hit at get-togethers

it’s always a big hit at get-togethers. —Sharon Payne, Mayfield, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 138 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 10/28 Ramen Noodle Salad 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crunchy Ramen Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For potlucks and picnics, this ramen noodle salad is a knockout. I tote the veggies in a bowl, dressing in a jar and noodles in a bag. Then I just shake them all together

when it’s time to eat

when it’s time to eat. —LJ Porter, Bauxite, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 189 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. 11/28 Cilantro Lime Slaw 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a refreshing take on slaw with a honey-lime vinaigrette rather than the traditional mayo. It’s a great take-along for all those summer picnics. —Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 86 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 170mg

sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein

sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 12/28 Grilled Cabbage 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe 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 Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 98 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium,

7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein

7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 13/28 German-Style Cabbage and Beans 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe 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 Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 87 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 284mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber),

3g protein

3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 14/28 Ruby Raspberry Slaw 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Give ordinary coleslaw a “berry” tangy twist. It’s sure to get raves at your next picnic or potluck. —Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 122 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 15/28 Macaroni Coleslaw 194 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Macaroni Coleslaw Recipe photo by

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friend Peggy brought this coleslaw to one of our picnics, and everyone liked it so much, we all had to have the recipe. —Sandra Matteson, Westhope, North Dakota Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 150 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 286mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 16/28 Red Cabbage With Bacon 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

We serve it with pork or chicken

Creator: If you’ve braised, marinated or served red cabbage raw, try it steamed, then toss with bacon and a tangy sauce. We serve it with pork or chicken. This is how to cook cabbage with bacon. —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 188 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 635mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 17/28 Chowchow 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 10 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmom’s long-cherished chowchow recipe has Pennsylvania Dutch roots. The pickled relish of

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