Description
Savory Braised Cabbage and Lentils is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines tender cabbage with hearty lentils, seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup cooked lentils (canned or pre-cooked)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet, along with the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
- Once the cabbage is tender, stir in the cooked lentils, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in some cooked quinoa or chickpeas.
- If you prefer a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce when cooking the cabbage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg