Our 12 best cabbage side dishes ready in 30 minutes or less

These recipes are quick, easy, and delicious.

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

Whether you have leftover cabbage from last night's dinner or are looking to use up an entire head of fresh cabbage, consider making a simple side dish. These 12 recipes are quick, tasty, and ready in just 30 minutes. The most time-consuming part is chopping the cabbage, so feel free to grab pre-cut cabbage if you're short on time. Scroll through to find our best quick and easy cabbage side dishes of all time, from basic coleslaw to buttery fried cabbage.

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Southern Fried Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

Even people who don't like cabbage won't be able to resist this fried cabbage. It's made with bacon (because everything's better with bacon), onion, seasonings, and just a pinch of white sugar for the perfect Southern comfort food.

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Barbecued Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

Fire up the grill for this cabbage recipe! Reviewers say the flavors come together deliciously in this soy sauce–seasoned side dish — even for people who don't like cabbage.

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Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

"This was a fantastic side dish to make, and I highly recommend it. My family and friends raved over this side. It's a definite keeper for family meals, and it has been added to our regular recipe rotation," says recipe reviewer Dorothy Williams.

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Cole Porter Slaw

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

This coleslaw recipe is so easy to throw together because it starts with a bag of pre-cut cabbage — so it saves you the chopping time. "This coleslaw is amazing. The dressing is tangy and has a bit of a pop from the Dijon. My husband took a taste before dinner and asked me why we ever buy coleslaw from the store. We won't anymore," says recipe reviewer anne13.

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Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

This easy stir-fry is a simple recipe made from cabbage, garlic, soy sauce, and Chinese cooking wine. You can use it as a base for a larger stir-fry dish with meat and veggies, or as a side for any Asian-inspired meal.

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Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

This side is the perfect mixture of flavors: sweetness from the apricots and tartness from the balsamic vinegar. "I made this and took it to a large party. Everyone raved about it. It smelled and tasted delicious. They ate two bowls full of it! Everyone wanted the recipe," says recipe reviewer pat.

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Spicy Cajun Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

"This was delicious! My husband even said that it was the first time he'd ever had cabbage that he hadn't hated! Two of my three kids really liked it, too. I found the spice mix to be a little spicy, and next time would not put in as much cayenne and chili," says recipe reviewer Mrs Mac.

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Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

"I really enjoyed this — it was super easy to make, and tasted great as a side dish to some potato sausage. I had a regular cabbage that needed [to be] used up, so I used that in place of the savoy. Overall, a really nice, easy, and quick side dish that I'll definitely be making again," says Allrecipes Allstar Kim.

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Steamed Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

If you like a little heat, then this is the recipe for you. A Scotch bonnet chile pepper spices up this cabbage, but you can replace it with a milder pepper, like a jalapeño, if you can't find a Scotch bonnet or it's just too spicy.

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Grilled Cabbage Wedges

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

The seasoned salt and pepper, plus a hint of char, make this cabbage dish the perfect addition to your summer barbecue. Don't be afraid to let the cabbage get a little brown or even black on the grill, which enhances the flavor, according to recipe submitter BaillysMom.

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Cabbage Curry

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

"This is a simple, quick, and easy cabbage curry with coconut," says recipe creator Sonia H. "It is very flexible — adjust ingredients to your taste or try adding fennel, bell peppers, or even hot peppers to spice it up a bit! It's excellent served on top of rice or as a side dish with fried fish."

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Easy Savoy Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage, Barbecued Cabbage, Chef John's Braised Red Cabbage, Cole Porter Slaw, Super Easy Cabbage Stir-Fry, Red Cabbage with Apricots and Balsamic Vinegar, Spicy Cajun Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage and Mushrooms, Steamed Cabbage, Grilled Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Curry, Easy Savoy Cabbage

"I love savoy cabbage," says recipe submitter Lena. "We serve it as a side with almost anything. This is one of my favorite ways to make it — it's quick and easy with a little butter and cream."

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