29 cabbage recipes

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.

What are the main types of cabbage?

• Green cabbage: The most common variety, known for its smooth, tightly packed leaves and mild flavour.
• Red Cabbage: Characterised by its vibrant purple hue and slightly peppery taste, ideal for both salads and cooked dishes.
• Savoy Cabbage: Recognisable by its crinkled, curly leaves, offering a delicate, sweet flavour and tender texture.
• Napa Cabbage: Also called Chinese cabbage, it has elongated, pale green leaves and a mild, slightly sweet taste, perfect for stir-fries and slaws.
• Hispi Cabbage: Known for its pointed shape and tender texture, with a subtle sweetness that pairs well with roasting or grilling.
• Kale: A nutritious powerhouse with hearty leaves, offering a slightly bitter taste that's excellent in salads, soups, or sautés.
• Brussels Sprouts: Miniature cabbages with a nutty flavour, often roasted or sautéed as a side dish or incorporated into various recipes.

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

BBQ cabbage

Take BBQ hispi cabbage to the next level by drizzling over a super-savoury Marmite, egg yolk and bacon sauce for the ultimate smoky side dish.

Steak tagliata with zingy carrot and cabbage slaw

Make steak super colourful by matching strips of sirloin with rocket, roasted red peppers and a homemade red cabbage, beetroot and carrot slaw.

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.

Turmeric fried eggs and kale salad

This veggie salad pairs turmeric-spiced fried eggs with crunchy kale and chickpeas. Finish with a drizzle of speedy tahini sauce.

Korean cabbage pancakes

Dip these vegan cabbage pancakes in a soy, rice vinegar and bird's-eye chilli dipping sauce. Perfect for impressing friends at a Korean-style dinner party.

Red cabbage and orange salad

This zingy red cabbage salad from London’s Honey & Co has bursts of zesty orange and hot chilli – serve with pumpkin falafels for a meze-style dinner.

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.

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.

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.

Red cabbage kimchi

This spicy fermented cabbage is a popular delicacy in Korea and full of nutrients and probiotics from the fermenting process, making it one of the healthiest pickles around.

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.

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.

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.

Kale and gnocchi parmesan bake

Our veggie gnocchi bake is a clever way to transform shop-bought gnocchi. A simple, homemade tomato sauce is the base for this cheesy, kale-packed midweek dinner.

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.

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.

Almond-crusted chicken with marinated kale and sumac salad

Make this salad to reset at the start of the new year – it’s filling, crunchy, fresh, vibrant, and good for you. It packs well for lunchboxes, too.

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.

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.

Roast savoy cabbage with orzo

A great vegan alternative to the classic Sunday roast, plus there’s minimal washing up as it's all cooked in one tray. Choose harissa for a spicy kick, or tomato pesto for a more rounded, umami flavour.

Savoy cabbage thoran

Enjoy this simple Savoy cabbage thoran, or cabbage fry, a dry vegetable dish originating from Kerala – the key ingredients are coconut, chilli and spices.

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.

Charred winter cabbage with caesar dressing and bacon croutons

A comforting medley of charred cabbage (we suggest savoy), chunky sourdough croutons, bacon bits and a quick yogurt and anchovy dressing.

Savoy cabbage gratin

Chunky wedges of Savoy cabbage are roasted until browned and then baked in a rich cheesy sauce with thyme – the perfect accompaniment to a roast.