10 Delicious Cabbage Side Dishes (Only $1 Per Serving!)

Cabbage might just be one of the most underrated ingredients when it comes to creating unforgettable side dishes. Whether you love it roasted until it’s crispy and golden, tossed into a fresh and zippy salad, or smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce, cabbage is endlessly versatile and surprisingly easy to work with.

In this collection of cabbage side dish recipes, you’ll find plenty of delicious ways to bring out the best in this humble vegetable, with flavors and textures that will easily steal the spotlight at your next meal.

Crispy Parmesan Roasted Cabbage

This Crispy Parmesan Roasted Cabbage is a fast, low-effort side dish that hits that salty, crispy, cheesy sweet spot. We’re making it on repeat. The method is simple: cabbage slices roast directly on little piles of seasoned Parmesan cheese, which melts, crisps up, and fuses to the bottom of the cabbage. 

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Bacon Cabbage Gratin

This Bacon Cabbage Gratin is rich, savory comfort food that comes together with just a few simple ingredients. Crisp bacon, tender cabbage, and a creamy sauce bake into a golden, bubbly dish that’s both hearty and satisfying.

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Cheesy Cabbage Wedges with Breadcrumbs

If you’re not already roasting your cabbage, you’re missing out on one of the easiest upgrades to a basic vegetable. This cheesy roasted cabbage dish is crisp on the outside, tender in the center, and topped with a smooth cheese sauce and herby breadcrumbs.

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Herbed Brown Butter Cabbage Wedges

If you’ve only had cabbage boiled or tossed in slaw, this Herb Brown Butter Roasted Cabbage is about to change the game. Roasting gives cabbage crispy caramelized edges and tender centers, and when you top it with nutty brown butter and herb breadcrumbs, it becomes something truly special.

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Roasted Cabbage with Creamy Mustard Sauce

Roasting cabbage is one of the easiest ways to bring out its natural sweetness and add some serious flavor with minimal effort. In this version, you roast the cabbage wedges until the edges are golden and crisp, then top them with a simple creamy mustard sauce that takes less than five minutes to make. It’s the kind of side dish that works with just about anything—grilled sausage, roast chicken, even salmon—but still holds its own as a standout on the plate.

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Easy Cabbage Fritters

If you’ve got a head of cabbage and no plan, these Easy Cabbage Fritters are a great way to turn it into something crispy, savory, and totally satisfying. They come together quickly with simple ingredients and are perfect as a snack, light lunch, or veggie side dish.

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Korean Style Spicy Cabbage Salad

Our Spicy Korean Cabbage Salad offers a delightful fusion of bold flavors and crunchy textures. It only takes a few minutes to put this together, so I call it my “no plan” salad. Whether enjoyed as a standalone side dish, a topping for rice bowls, or a flavorful addition to various recipes, this salad

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Chipotle Cole Slaw

This Creamy & Spicy Chipotle Coleslaw incorporates chipotles peppers and adobo sauce to add smoky heat to a summer side dish favorite. Kick your coleslaw up a notch with this creamy, spicy dressing.

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Instant Pot Cabbage

Instant Pot Cabbage is a quick and delicious vegetable side dish that is not only healthy but also complements a variety of main courses! You can experiment with different seasonings and flavors to create either a spicy and tangy flavor profile or something more savory and buttery.

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Air Fryer Cabbage

Air Fryer Cabbage is a fantastic side dish to make for any meal you’re cooking up in the air fryer. With just a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, you have a crispy, flavorful cabbage.

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