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Healthy Recipes using Steamed Cabbage

Steamed Cabbage Rolls with Quinoa and Herbs

These delicious cabbage rolls are filled with a nutritious quinoa mixture and fresh herbs, making them a perfect light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients
  • 8 large cabbage leaves
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped dill
  • 1 lemon (juiced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage leaves until tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, parsley, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place a spoonful of the quinoa mixture in each cabbage leaf, roll tightly, and serve warm.

Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Ginger Dressing

A refreshing slaw made with steamed cabbage and carrots, dressed with a zesty ginger vinaigrette for a healthy side dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded steamed cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage until just tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and salt.
  3. Combine the steamed cabbage and carrots, drizzle with the dressing, and toss to combine.

Steamed Cabbage with Lemon Garlic Dressing

This simple yet flavorful dish features steamed cabbage drizzled with a tangy lemon garlic dressing, perfect as a side or light main dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage wedges until tender, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. In a small pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Drizzle the garlic oil and lemon juice over the steamed cabbage, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Cabbage and Chickpea Stir-Fry

A hearty stir-fry featuring steamed cabbage and protein-packed chickpeas, seasoned with spices for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups steamed cabbage, chopped
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add chickpeas, cumin, and paprika, and sauté for 5 minutes.
  2. Add the steamed cabbage and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Steamed Cabbage with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Enjoy steamed cabbage drizzled with a creamy and spicy peanut sauce, perfect for a nutritious snack or side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha
  • Water to thin
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage wedges until tender, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and enough water to reach desired consistency.
  3. Drizzle the peanut sauce over the steamed cabbage and serve immediately.

Cabbage and Apple Salad with Walnut Dressing

A crunchy salad combining steamed cabbage and sweet apples, topped with a homemade walnut dressing for a nutritious twist.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups steamed cabbage, shredded
  • 1 apple (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup walnuts (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage until tender, about 4-5 minutes, then let cool.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine the cooled cabbage, apple slices, and walnuts, drizzle with dressing, and toss to serve.

Steamed Cabbage and Lentil Soup

A hearty and nutritious soup featuring steamed cabbage and lentils, perfect for a cozy meal packed with flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups steamed cabbage, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 carrots (diced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then stir in lentils and steamed cabbage.
  3. Simmer for 10 minutes, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Cabbage and Sweet Potato Mash

A creamy and healthy mash combining steamed cabbage and sweet potatoes, perfect as a side dish for any meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups steamed cabbage
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mash the sweet potatoes and mix in the steamed cabbage and olive oil.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Steamed Cabbage and Tofu Stir-Fry

A protein-packed stir-fry featuring steamed cabbage and tofu, flavored with a savory soy sauce and ginger blend.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups steamed cabbage, chopped
  • 1 block firm tofu (cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Green onions for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté cubed tofu until golden brown.
  2. Add steamed cabbage, soy sauce, and ginger, and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  3. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Cabbage and Avocado Wraps

Healthy wraps made with steamed cabbage leaves filled with creamy avocado and fresh veggies, perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients
  • 8 large steamed cabbage leaves
  • 1 avocado (mashed)
  • 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
  • 1 carrot (shredded)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam the cabbage leaves until pliable, about 5 minutes.
  2. Spread mashed avocado on each leaf and layer with cucumber and carrot.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, roll up, and enjoy as a fresh wrap.