Cooked Red Cabbage

Cooked Red Cabbage

Cooked red cabbage is a nutritious and low-calorie vegetable dish. It is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin B6. It also provides dietary fiber, potassium, and small amounts of other minerals like calcium and iron. Red cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are natural pigments that give the vegetable its red color and have antioxidant properties. Eating cooked red cabbage may benefit digestion, boost immune system function, and reduce inflammation. As with most vegetables, cooking red cabbage can cause some nutrient loss, so it is best to steam or lightly sauté it to preserve its nutritional value.