Charred Onion-Lemon Skillet Cabbage
A quick, sturdy green vegetable prep with sweet onion and a little char. It reheats well and adds needed freshness and crunch to richer proteins.
Back to full listIngredients
- Green cabbage 1.5 lb, sliced $1.49/lb
- Jumbo sweet onion or yellow onion 1/2 lb, sliced $2.49/lb or $1.49/lb
- Garlic 2 cloves, minced $1.50 each
- Fresh lemon 1/2 lemon $4.99 per 2 lb bag
- Oil, salt, black pepper as needed pantry
Instructions
- Prep 1.5 lb Green Cabbage at $1.49/lb by slicing thinly. Slice 1/2 lb Jumbo Sweet Onion at $2.49/lb or Jumbo Yellow Onion at $1.49/lb. Mince 2 cloves Garlic from 1 bulb at $1.50 each. Cut 1/2 lemon from the Kroger Fresh Lemons Bag at $4.99 per 2 lb bag.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1/2 lb sliced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until beginning to soften.
- Add the 1.5 lb sliced cabbage, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing often, until the cabbage is tender-crisp with browned edges.
- Squeeze the 1/2 lemon over the cooked cabbage and toss. Cool before portioning.
Cook time: 25 minutes
Estimated cost: $3-5
Health notes: About 70-100 calories per serving depending on oil. Good fiber, vitamin C, and folate. Avoid overcooking to preserve color and texture.
Drink pairing: No wine pairing needed for this prep component.