Vegetarian Cabbage Mushroom Sauté (Printable)
Tender cabbage and earthy mushrooms sautéed with aromatic herbs, garlic, and olive oil for a simple yet flavorful dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
02 - 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Oils & Fats
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Seasoning & Herbs
06 - 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
→ Optional Additions
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan or skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
03 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring, for 5–6 minutes until they release their juices and begin to brown.
05 - Add the sliced cabbage and thyme. Toss well to combine. Sauté for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender but still a bit crisp.
06 - Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, stir in lemon juice or vinegar for a bright finish.
07 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your crisper drawer
- The combination of tender cabbage and golden mushrooms feels surprisingly luxurious despite being so budget-friendly
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- Dont rush the initial onion step, this sweet base is what makes the whole dish come together
- Work in batches if your pan seems crowded, otherwise the vegetables will steam instead of sauté
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- Use a large enough pan so the vegetables can spread out and caramelize properly
- Let the mushrooms get golden and almost crispy before adding the cabbage for the best texture contrast