17 white cabbage recipes
From crunchy slaws to hearty stews and showstopping side dishes, try our top white cabbage recipes using savoy, hispi and more varieties
Looking for cabbage recipes? Like most vegetables, cabbage is an excellent source of essential vitamins and is also high in potassium and iron. With so many varieties available to choose from – savoy, hispi, white – there are plenty of different and exciting ways to use cabbage in your cooking.
Cabbage can be eaten raw or cooked, depending on your preference, and you should always try and buy it as fresh as possible so it hasn't lost any of its essential nutrients. Our recipes demonstrate how easy it is to use cabbage in your everyday cooking whether simply using it as a sandwich filling, adding it to a salad or creating a delicious main course dish for all the family to enjoy. Try our red cabbage recipes or our best vegetable side dishes for more produce at its peak.
For more exciting veggies, see the best leafy greens to try including easy kale recipes, radicchio recipes and versatile spinach recipes. Also check out our fresh celery recipes and spring onion recipes.
When is cabbage in season?
Cabbage is available all year round, with different varieties coming throughout the year. Varieties such as sweetheart and white cabbage are at their best in summer.
Why we love cabbage
Leafy cabbage provides crisp crunch in summer but can be gently cooked to add hearty depth to comforting soups and casseroles too. Its gentle earthy flavour makes it easy to pair with a variety of flavours and it appears in cuisines around the world – we've got recipes for a rich parmesan dressing, a Sri Lankan salad, Japanese pancake and more.
Health benefits of cabbage
Cabbage is highly nutritious: it is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6 and folate. It is high in fibre to help aid digestion and very low in calories.
Easy cabbage recipes
Cabbage soup
Try our vegan cabbage soup for a dish that’s made punchy and colourful with dill, tomato and lemon. See more vegan soup recipes.
Crispy fried cabbage
Use up the humble cabbage in our easy version of a British Chinese takeaway classic. Ready in just 20 minutes, try this simple idea for an easy side dish for your next dinner party.
Charred Hispi cabbage with parmesan dressing
Sweet, charred cabbage is complemented by a creamy dressing layered with parmesan, mustard and lemon, making a standout veggie side dish.
Sri Lankan spiced grilled cabbage
Elevate your summer barbecue by coating charred hispi cabbage in spices and tomatoes. Also vegan and gluten-free, ensuring everyone can relish the flavours. Discover more vegetarian BBQ recipes.
Easy okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savoury pancake made with hispi cabbage, streaky bacon and drizzled with Worcestershire and tomato sauces. Sprinkle with ginger, spring onions and sesame seeds to serve. Try more Japanese recipes next, including sushi, homemade gyoza and ramen.
Roast chicken with anchovy butter, shallots and hispi cabbage
Use this umami-packed storecupboard staple to punch up the flavour in your roast chicken. Serve with a bitter leaf salad and plenty of crispy potatoes.
Cabbage parcels in tomato sauce
Fill cabbage leaves with nutmeg-spiced pork mince then bake in tomato sauce for a healthy, high-protein midweek meal. Need more midweek inspiration? Check out our best healthy dinner ideas.
Vegetarian cheese and cabbage okonomiyaki
This comforting Japanese savoury pancake is all melted cheese, fried cabbage and pickled ginger – delicious with Kewpie mayo and dried bonito flakes.
Linguine with savoy cabbage, olives and feta
Named after a region in France, Savoy cabbage is mild in taste and, due to its large, robust leaves, holds up well when cooking. The leaves are especially good for stuffing. Packed with plenty of flavour, this super simple linguine with olives and savoy cabbage makes a quick midweek meal. Discover more pasta recipes to try.
Charred hispi cabbage with hazelnut romesco
This trendy charred hispi cabbage with hazelnut romesco dish is really easy to prepare but packs a lot of flavour. Perfect as part of a main dish or on its for own for a quick midweek meal.
Grilled beef sirloin with charred hispi cabbage and romesco
This low calorie recipe is really easy to make but packs in lots of big flavours. Served with a romesco sauce, the hispi cabbage takes centre-stage in this dish and really complements the beef.
Chargrilled chicken with white beans and cabbage
This recipe is ideal for using the contents in your cupboard and makes a fast midweek meal. Simply add chargrilled chicken breasts to a white bean and savoy cabbage mix and season well. Find more of our favourite healthy chicken recipes.
Smoky ham hock and root veg stew
This smoky ham hock stew is packed with lots of vegetables including cabbage, carrots, leeks and potatoes - a hearty and warming meal, perfect for the winter months.
Sticky glazed gammon with creamy mustard cabbage
Sticky glazed gammon with creamy mustard cabbage is the stuff that Sunday lunches are made of. Also perfect for a midweek meal and on the dinner table in less than half an hour.
Shredded veg and chicken salad with Japanese sesame dressing
Shredded white cabbage, carrots, radishes and cucumber with a splash of rice vinegar gives this salad a slightly sweet but tangy edge. Simply add the chicken and mix everything together for a quick and easy midweek salad.
Spicy cabbage
Savoy cabbage is spiced with chilli flakes, root ginger and star anise, topped with sultanas and drizzled with sherry. This cabbage recipe works as a side dish or a veggie dish on its own.
Rainbow slaw with creamy lime and coriander dressing
Our best ever recipe for homemade coleslaw. We use shredded red cabbage and white cabbage with other vegetables and salads, finished with a creamy lime and coriander dressing.
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