Cabbage Alfredo with Sautéed Bok Choy: Low-Carb Decadence
Make this creamy and rich cabbage alfredo using thin cabbage ribbons instead of pasta. It satisfies your craving for comfort food without the heaviness, perfect for a light summer dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bunch bok choy, ends trimmed and leaves separated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt for bok choy
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage: Remove the core from the cabbage. Slice the head thinly, then use a sharp knife to cut the slices into thin ribbons, resembling fettuccine pasta.
- Sauté the aromatics: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with pepper and a pinch of salt. Keep warm on low heat.
- Cook the cabbage: Add the cabbage ribbons directly to the sauce in the skillet. Toss gently to coat. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens slightly but still retains some bite. This is your low carb pasta substitute.
- Sauté the bok choy: While the cabbage cooks, heat the olive oil in a separate small pan over medium high heat. Add the bok choy leaves and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Sauté quickly for 1 to 2 minutes until bright green and slightly wilted.
- Serve: Divide the cabbage alfredo among bowls. Top each serving with the sautéed bok choy. Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For the best texture, do not overcook the cabbage; you want it tender-crisp, not mushy.
- If you want a richer sauce, add one extra tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.
- This recipe works well as healthy comfort food when you need a satisfying meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 38
- Saturated Fat: 22
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 110
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