Cabbage Purple ( 1 kg )

Description

Purple cabbage also referred to as red cabbage, belongs to the Brassica genus of plants. This group includes nutrient-dense vegetables, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and kale.

It tastes similar to green cabbage. However, the purple variety is richer in beneficial plant compounds that have been linked to health benefits, such as stronger bones and a healthier heart.

Purple cabbage is also thought to lower inflammation and protect against certain types of cancers. Moreover, it’s an incredibly versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or fermented and added to a variety of dishes.

One cup (89 grams) of chopped, raw, purple cabbage contains the following nutrients

• Calories: 28
• Protein: 1 gram
• Carbs: 7 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Vitamin C: 56% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin K: 28% of the DV
• Vitamin B6: 11% of the DV
• Vitamin A: 6% of the DV
• Potassium: 5% of the DV
• Thiamine: 5% of the DV
• Riboflavin: 5% of the DV

Purple cabbage also provides small amounts of iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and zinc.