Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas
Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas brings a balance of tangy vinegar and gentle sweetness that soaks into tender, jewel-toned shreds. Its bright, festive flavor cuts through rich roasts and complements holiday spreads, especially alongside duck, turkey, or goose. Ideal for make-ahead prep and easy reheating on busy celebration days.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 24 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 80
- Heart Health
- 42
- Metabolic
- 34
- Digestive
- 40
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the cabbage in a large saucepan.
- 2
Add the water, sugar, vinegar, and salt, then stir.
- 3
Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over medium heat for 1 hour.
- 4
Serve right away, or chill and reheat later.
- Calories 165.29 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 1.02 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 41.5 g 15%
- Total Fat 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 36.71 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 3.99 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 38.78 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 35.34 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.59 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 176.68 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 40.4 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 40.23 mg Good Source 45%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas is a Danish side dish recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Red Cabbage, Salt, Sugar, and Water. Each serving provides about 165.29 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas?
- It is a Danish recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas made of?
- The main ingredients are Red Cabbage, Salt, Sugar, Water, White Vinegar. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 165.29 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas healthy?
- Traditional Danish Red Cabbage for Christmas has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 165.29 calories and 1.02 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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