Red cabbage is a variant of white cabbage. This coloration is due to the presence of anthocyanins in red cabbage. This rounded vegetable is wrapped in tightly wound waxy leaves, just like green cabbage.
In contrast to true red, the leaves are more violet and burgundy. Unlike Chinese cabbage, red cabbage is devoid of water weight, which makes its leaves chewier and coarser. Their flavor is more robust, cruciferous, and peppery than green cabbage, which is also due to anthocyanin pigments.
Average weight of red cabbage is approximately 1000 grams (35 ounces or 2 pounds). Average diameter of red cabbage is around 20-25 cm ( 8-10 inches).
Scientific name of Red Cabbage
Brassica oleracea
Other names of Red Cabbage
- Purple cabbage
- Blaukraut
- Red kraut
Nutrition facts of Red Cabbage
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.16 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 1.43 | GRAM | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 7.37 | GRAM | 3% |
Calories by source in Red Cabbage:
- Calories by carbohydrate in Red Cabbage = 84%
- Calories by fat in Red Cabbage = 4%
- Calories by protein in Red Cabbage = 12%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Red Cabbage:
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Red Cabbage = 71%
- Saturated fat (SF) in Red Cabbage = 19%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Red Cabbage = 10%
Detailed vitamin profile of Red Cabbage, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart at the end of the article.
Detailed mineral profile of Red Cabbage, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart at the end of the article.
Check freshness in Red Cabbage
- Select a red cabbage with consistent red colour all around
- Avoid red cabage with damaged leaves ( insect damage or breaking due to rough handling)
- Select a red cabbage that is firm to the touch and heavy for its size
Availability of Red Cabbage
- Red cabbage is available round the year
How to store Red Cabbage
- Its not advisable to store red cabbage at room temperature
- Red Cabbage can be wrapped in a plastic cover and stored in refrigerator for up-to 1 weeks
- Do not wash the red cabbage if planning to store it in the refrigerator
Complete nutrition facts of Red Cabbage
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