Red Cabbage
A cheerful deep-red colour and a store of antioxidants on the salad table: crisp cabbage leaves full of anthocyanins and vitamin C. Its net carbohydrate is very low and the glycemic index does not apply; one of the best vegetables for supporting healthy blood vessels and arteries.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Make grated red cabbage a daily part of your green salads; its dense crunch needs a lot of chewing, which encourages early fullness signals in the brain.
Best preparation methods
Massage the shredded cabbage by hand with a little sea salt, apple cider vinegar and olive oil 10 minutes before serving; this softens the tough fibre and makes it easier to digest.
Important Nutritional Note
Rich in vitamin K and natural sulphur compounds that are good for the stomach; an exceptional choice for people with diabetes and anyone focused on metabolic health, with no real limit on the amount.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (80 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal | 24.8 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 5.9 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 4.2 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.1 g | 1.7 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 31 kcal per 100 g, ranking 13 of 26 in Vegetables (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Red Cabbage good for weight loss?
Yes. Red Cabbage is very low in calories (31 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Red Cabbage affect blood sugar?
Red Cabbage contains only 5.3 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Red Cabbage?
A typical 80 g portion of Red Cabbage provides about 25 kcal, 1.1 g protein, 5.9 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 1.7 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.