So, here we go… cabbage recipe numero uno! This side dish is a very quick and simple one to make.
Cabbage loves dill so I decided to pick up some dill when I was at the grocery store this week and let me tell ya, I’m happy I did because it really brought this dish to life.
I added the peas as a split second decision right at the end, because I was looking for a little extra texture…they did the job.
I served this side dish with a super simple baked salmon that I topped with dill as well (I’m gonna post that recipe soon) which made for a super simple weeknight meal. My husband and I try to eat in on most week nights, and with meals like this it is a breeze.
I don’t know about you guys, but for me it’s not so much the cooking that I find to be a challenge as it is coming up with fresh and flavorful ideas. i mean don’t get me wrong, the ideas are endless but sometimes in the moment, my mind goes blank. This is when I find it best to stick to the basics (veggies, lean proteins, slow carbs) and keep it simple (just a handful of ingredients)… honestly, this formula never lets me down!
If you’re not sure what to do with cabbage, be sure to check out Cabbage "101" to get the scoop.
Cabbage with Dill and Peas
Ingredients
1 tbsp of Earth Balance (a butter substitute)1 small onion, cut into half moons
1 small head (about 8 cups) of cabbage, shredded
1 cup of frozen peas, defrosted
¼ cup of dill
Salt and pepper
Directions
Heat a large saute pan over medium heat and add earth balance (or butter). Once melted, stir in onions and a pinch of salt. Allow to cook for about four to five minutes, stirring occassionally.
Once the onions are translucent, stir in cabbage and a nother pinch of salt. Stir well being sure to combine the onions and the cabbage together. Allow to cook about six to eight minutes before adding the peas.
Once the peas are mixed in, cook for another five to eight minutes. You want the peas to be cooked through and the cabbage to be wilted and even a little browned in some spots.
Turn off the heat and stir in the dill. Give it a taste. More salt? A little pepper? You decide!! Enjoy.
Serves 4.
Nutritional Analysis
Calories: 108; Total Fat: 2.6g; Saturated Fat: 0.7g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 88mg; Carbohydrate: 19.2g; Dietary Fiber: 7.1g; Sugars: 9.7g; Protein: 4.9gMore from Clean & Delicious...
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Mmm…thanks for the good side dish idea.
This doesn’t really have anything to do with your post, other than you mentioned you liked dinners that combined lean protein, slow carbs and veggies….well have I got a recipe for you to try! My friend made it for me this past weekend. It is salmon fillets wrapped in prosciutto served over top of lemon-herb lentils…yummy! Here is the website: http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,,FOOD_9936_14475,00.html if you’d like to try it too. I should note that my friend used canned lentils instead of fresh, because they cooked up in 5 minutes or less and she used fresh dill, chives and parsley instead of basil and mint. And if I haven’t tantalized your tastebuds enough and you need a visual check it out here: http://apaintersmind.blogspot.com/2008/03/food-food-and-more-food.html
Definitely give it a try!
That recipe looks so good! I saved it and will make it very soon. I love how you showcase one new food each month– you’re broadening my diet! Thanks!
Kindra – Yum! That sounds great…I love salmon and I love prosciutto! Come to think of it, I love lentils too!! Jeez, who am I kidding…I simply LOVE FOOD!!
Ashley – Your welcome! Can’t wait to hear what you think of it!
Dill is one of my favorite herbs. I have never used it with cabbage but now I am going to have to try it.
I love cabbage.
) I’m glad you are featuring it this month.
Lately, I’ve been using it as a filler for meals so that it looks like I have a huge portion (volumetrics)
). For example, I made ground beef tacos and I added to the meat shredded cabbage (and bell pepper and onion and squash) but still served them up like tacos with tortillas (lettuce wraps for myself) and they were soooo filling and good.
I also love cabbage with stirfry chicken and cilantro. YUM.
Kevin – If you like cabbage and you like dill, you’ll love the combination of them!
Leticia – I love Volumetrics…the more food I can eat for my caloric buck the happier I am!! Your tacos sound delicious!
That looks really yummy! I love cabbage.