If you’re on a keto or low-carb diet and haven’t fallen in love with cabbage yet – get ready. Cabbage is one of the lowest-carb vegetables out there – with only 3–4 grams of net carbs per 100 grams – and it’s packed with nutrients.
Why Cabbage Is a Keto Superfood
- Supports digestion with natural fiber
- Rich in anti-inflammatory sulfur compounds
- Helps detox the liver
- Boosts immunity (especially when raw)
- Protects your heart with vitamins C and K
Cheap, healthy, versatile – and totally keto. What’s not to love?
Recipe: Creamy Keto Cabbage Casserole with Bacon and Mascarpone
This dish hits that magical spot between creamy comfort food and bold keto flavor. Soft cabbage, crispy bacon, creamy mascarpone sauce, and golden melted cheese. It’s rich, satisfying, and easy to reheat.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 small head of white cabbage (about 700 g)
- 200 g smoked bacon, diced
- 2 tbsp clarified butter (or ghee)
- 1 small onion (about 60 g – approx. 5g net carbs)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 250 g mascarpone cheese
- 150 g grated cheese (cheddar, gouda, or any melting cheese)
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika for a bold kick
Instructions:
- Chop the cabbage into medium pieces. Boil in salted water for 8–10 minutes until soft. Drain very well – moisture is the enemy of creaminess.
- Fry the bacon in a large pan until crispy. Add clarified butter and finely chopped onion, sauté until soft.
- Add garlic, nutmeg, and paprika (if using). Stir until fragrant.
- Lower the heat, add mascarpone, and mix until you get a creamy, rich sauce.
- Combine the sauce with drained cabbage and half of the grated cheese.
- Transfer everything into a baking dish, sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake at 200°C / 390°F for 20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling.
Tips for Perfection
- Drain the cabbage thoroughly – excess water will ruin the texture.
- Room-temp mascarpone melts better and won’t curdle.
- Bacon and cheese are salty – taste before adding more salt.
Why You’ll Love This Dish
- Ultra-low in carbs but high in flavor and fat – ideal for keto.
- Great for meal prep – reheats beautifully.
- Perfect as a main dish or side.
- Easy to customize – add mushrooms, spinach, olives, or herbs.
Tags:
#keto, #lowcarb, #ketocabbage, #comfortfood, #baconrecipe, #ketodinner, #lowcarbcasserole, #easyketo, #ketofood, #ketomealprep
by Pozi von Cuks
