Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cabbage, a rich and easy side dish that elevates any meal. This recipe features tender sautéed cabbage enveloped in a velvety garlic cream sauce, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for low-carb dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is both versatile and satisfying. With its quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can enjoy this scrumptious side on busy weeknights or special occasions alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes and chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the outer leaves and core from the cabbage, then slice it into thin strips.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter or olive oil and sauté the cabbage for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Lower the heat and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
- Let simmer for another 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens enough to coat the cabbage evenly.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg