Cabbage Rice

Cabbage Rice is a delightful Greek-inspired dish that replaces traditional rice with finely shredded cabbage, creating a low-carb alternative that is both flavorful and satisfying. This dish is enhanced with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon, making it a refreshing and nutritious meal.

Cabbage Rice
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Green cabbage - 300 grams, finely shredded
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Tomato - 1 medium, diced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced tomato and cook for 3-4 minutes until it starts to break down.
  5. Incorporate the finely shredded cabbage into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the other ingredients.
  6. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
  7. Remove the lid and add the chopped parsley, dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 360 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
  • Rich in vitamins C and K, promoting immune health and bone strength.

Tags

GreekLow CarbRice Dish