Low-Sodium Red Cabbage with Apples

Name: Low-Sodium Red Cabbage with Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded red cabbage; 1 medium apple, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 small onion, halved and sliced; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons thawed apple juice concentrate; 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Looking for a tasty, lower-in-sodium alternative to sauerkraut to serve with pork entrees? Try this colorful side dish with the slightly sweet flavor of apples. Michelle Dougherty - Lewiston, Idaho

Ingredients

3 cups shredded red cabbage
1 medium apple, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small onion, halved and sliced
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons thawed apple juice concentrate
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until cabbage is tender. Stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 62 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 261mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit.

Originally published as Red Cabbage w/ Apples in Healthy Cooking October/November 2008