Buttered Cabbage
Buttered Cabbage is a simple, savory side dish made by sautéing or braising shredded cabbage in butter until tender and slightly sweet. It's a staple comfort food in many Western cuisines, particularly Irish, German, and American Southern cooking, often seasoned with just salt and pepper.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the cabbage and fat from the butter, with a moderate calorie count of around 150-200 per serving. It provides fiber, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K, though the butter adds significant saturated fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 115 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Carbs | 7.5 g |
| Fat | 9.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 3.8 g |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
| Vitamin K | 85 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin A | 50 mcg RAE |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Manganese | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, buttered cabbage is a humble, hearty dish that reflects a history of making simple, inexpensive vegetables flavorful and filling. Nutritionally, the cooking process softens the cabbage's fibers, making its nutrients easier to digest, while the butter adds richness and helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.
