Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic
Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic brings together crispy bacon, mellowed onions, and soft, buttery cabbage with a gentle hint of garlic and paprika. The balance of smoky richness and sweet, tender vegetables makes it a comforting side for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads alike, pairing beautifully with roasted meats or sausages.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 71 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Place the bacon in a large stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Add the onion and the garlic; cook and stir until the onion caramelizes, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Immediately stir in the cabbage and continue to cook and stir for another 10 minutes.
- 5
Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes more.
- 6
Enjoy!
- Calories 196.41 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 14.39 g Good Source 29%
- Carbohydrate 12.6 g 5%
- Total Fat 10.31 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 4.03 g High 20%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 20.1 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 576.08 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 4.58 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 0.09 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 83.74 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 1.06 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 465.17 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 11.83 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 58.55 mg Good Source 65%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Diced Yellow Onion, Garlic Powder, and Green Cabbage. Each serving provides about 196.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Diced Yellow Onion, Garlic Powder, Green Cabbage, Minced Garlic. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 196.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic healthy?
- Skillet Cabbage with Bacon, Onion and Garlic has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 196.41 calories and 14.39 g of protein, or 29% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 576.08 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.03 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. 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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