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    Home » Appetizer

    Easy Pickled Cabbage

    Sep 15, 2022 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This Easy Pickled Cabbage is crunchy, tangy, sweet, and seriously addicting. It’s easy to make and ready to eat in about 12 hours.

    Pickled Cabbage in a white bowl

    This light and healthy pickled cabbage recipe is mildly acidic and full of flavor. The cabbage will soften slightly, but retain the crunch that will add texture to any meal. There are so many ways to serve it, and the best part is that you can eat it straight from the jar.

    If you have never pickled anything, this pickled cabbage will be the best recipe to start with. All you need is a jar, cabbage, and a few common ingredients to get started. It takes about 12 hours for this salad to pickle, but it’ll stay in the fridge for up to 1 month.

    Video Tutorial for Pickled Cabbage

    Main Ingredients

    Cabbage. You can buy whole cabbage and slice it yourself, or buy pre-sliced coleslaw mix to save time.

    Carrots. Add extra vitamins and a punch of color by including some shredded carrots.

    Bell Peppers. This ingredient is optional, although recommended.

    Marinade. The marinade is made with water, sugar, salt, vinegar, and olive oil.

    How to Make Pickled Cabbage

    1. Thinly slice the cabbage and bell pepper. Shred the carrot. Place the vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.

    mixing cabbage, carrots, and pepper in a large bowl

    2. Transfer the cabbage mix into a glass jar, packing tightly.

    packing cabbage into a jar

    3. In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, and salt to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and add the vinegar and olive oil. Give it a stir, and pour the marinade into the jar with the cabbage.*

    pouring the marinade into the jar

    4. Cool completely and transfer it to the fridge. Allow at least 12 hours to pickle. Serve.

    * NOTE: At first the liquid will not cover all of the cabbage, but as it starts to soften, it will be fully covered after just a few hours.

    Pickled Cabbage in a large jar

    How to Store Pickled Cabbage

    Store this Pickled Cabbage refrigerated, in a glass jar covered with a lid. It can last for up to one month. I especially like the Kilner 68 oz. jar for pickling and storing this salad.

    How to Serve

    Serve this healthy and tasty Pickled Cabbage as a salad, or as a side dish to your favorite meals. Add it to:

    • tacos
    • sandwiches, wraps
    • burgers
    • hot dogs
    • grain (Buddha) bowls

    FAQs About this Pickled Cabbage Recipe

    Can I use red cabbage instead? Absolutely. Both red and green cabbage work really well.

    Can I add my own favorite spices to the recipe? Yes. I often add bay leaves, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, garlic, or rye seeds for additional flavors.

    How long does it last? Up to one month, refrigerated.

    Is pickled cabbage healthy? Cabbage is a vitamin/nutrient-rich vegetable that makes a perfect addition to any healthy diet. Learn more about cabbage health benefits here: 9 Impressive Health Benefits of Cabbage

    Pickled Cabbage in a bowl with a fork in it

    More delicious cabbage recipes:

    • Cabbage and Chicken
    • Red Cabbage and Corn Salad 
    • Cabbage and Ham Salad
    • Cabbage Lasagna

    Easy Pickled Cabbage

    Tania Sheff
    This Easy Pickled Cabbage is crunchy, tangy, sweet, and seriously addicting. It’s easy to make and ready to eat in about 12 hours.
    4.67 from 120 votes
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Pickling Time 12 hrs
    Total Time 12 hrs 30 mins
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 168 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 small cabbage, thinly sliced about 2 lbs.
    • 2 medium carrots
    • 1 medium bell pepper any color
    • 2 cups water
    • 7 tbsp. sugar
    • 1 tbsp. salt
    • 6 tbsp. distilled white vinegar 5% acidity
    • ⅓ cup olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • Thinly slice the cabbage and bell pepper. Shred the carrot. Place the vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.
    • Transfer the cabbage mix into a glass jar, packing tightly.
    • In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, and salt to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and add the vinegar and olive oil. Give it a stir, and pour the marinade into the jar with the cabbage.*
    • Cool completely and transfer it to the fridge. Allow at least 12 hours to pickle. Serve.

    Notes

    * NOTE: At first the liquid will not cover all of the cabbage, but as it starts to soften, it will be fully covered after just a few hours.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 996mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 4134IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!
    Pickled Cabbage Salad in a bowl

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    Comments

    1. Barb says

      October 15, 2022 at 4:23 pm

      Can you double the liquid ingredients for a very large cabbage, 2 peppers and 4 carrots?

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        October 16, 2022 at 11:11 am

        Hi Barb! Yes, Start with less liquid and add more as necessary. Happy cooking!

        Reply
    2. Sonia says

      October 14, 2022 at 11:20 pm

      I’ve been looking for a traditional coleslaw, not creamy.
      I tried your recipe and love it. Easy to make and tasty. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        October 15, 2022 at 11:39 am

        Thank you, Sonia! I am glad you liked it!

        Reply
    3. Casey says

      September 13, 2022 at 3:44 pm

      What kind of vinegar did you use? Can’t tell by the picture.

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        September 15, 2022 at 11:36 am

        Hi Casey! I used regular distilled white vinegar (5% acidity). Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    4. Kim Nugen says

      July 12, 2022 at 10:14 am

      can this be canned for long term storage?

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        July 12, 2022 at 1:12 pm

        Hi Kim! Yes, I think so.

        Reply
      • Diane Wade says

        October 16, 2022 at 10:02 pm

        To give your pickled cabbage and any other preserves a long (unrefrigerated) shelf life, screw on lids finger tight, place in canning boiler with water at least 1 inch above the lids. Gentle boil for 20 minutes.

        Reply
        • Meri Schroeder says

          November 02, 2022 at 7:44 am

          Thanks for this info! What does finger tight mean?

          Reply
    5. StefM says

      July 03, 2022 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      First time trying this. GREAT!! Making it again with red cabbage

      Its filling and goes with everything. I loved it with garbanzo beans.

      This will be my go-to, keep-on-hand staple

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        July 04, 2022 at 3:01 pm

        Thank you so much, Stef!

        Reply
      • Mike says

        August 08, 2022 at 9:49 pm

        When do you close the lid of the jar? Do you keep it open while cooling and close before refrigerating, or close right after pouring the liquid in?

        Reply
        • Tania Sheff says

          August 08, 2022 at 10:36 pm

          Hi Mike! Please, close the lid after the jar cools. You are going to enjoy this cabbage!

          Reply
          • Mike says

            August 10, 2022 at 1:52 am

            Thanks so much!

            Reply
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