Braised red cabbage with apples

Tender red cabbage braised with apples and a splash of vinegar, sweet and sharp and colourful. Comforting and light, it is an original winter side dish that goes well with meat and game.

Preparation: 15 min  |  Cooking: 40 min  |  Servings: 6  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 108 kcal · 2 g protein · 16 g carbohydrate · 3 g fat

Ingredients

• 1 red cabbage
• 2 apples
• 1 onion
• 2 tbsp cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Method

1. Slice the red cabbage finely.
2. Soften the onion, then add the cabbage and the diced apples.
3. Add the vinegar, cinnamon and a little water.
4. Cover and braise for 35 minutes.

Nutritional benefits

Red cabbage is rich in vitamin C and antioxidant anthocyanins, and low in calories. Braised with apples (which sweeten it naturally) and a little vinegar, it becomes tender and tasty with no added fat or sugar. A light, colourful and original winter side dish. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Variations and substitutions

• With chestnuts for a more indulgent version.
• With raisins.
• With red wine (traditional version).
• With spices: cloves, juniper berries.

Storage and making ahead

Even better reheated; keeps for 4 days and can be frozen.

💡 Good to know

The vinegar fixes the bright red colour of the cabbage: without it, it turns blue-purple when cooked.

Further reading

Discover more vegetarian recipes · vegan recipes · weight-loss recipes · gluten-free recipes · lactose-free recipes.

Foods in this recipe: red cabbage · apples · onion · vinegar · olive oil.

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