Cabbage Apple Stew
A comforting one-pot stew featuring tender cabbage, sweet apple, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection. This american-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced onion, sliced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2, sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup, diced apple
- 4 cups, shredded green cabbage
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 sliced carrots, and cook 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced apple, 4 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 30 minutes until cabbage is tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cabbage Apple Stew take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cabbage Apple Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cabbage Apple Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cabbage Apple Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cabbage Apple Stew vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
