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Cabbage with Bacon and Pecans

Bacon Pecan Cabbage

Bacon Pecan Cabbage is a colorful healthy side with both green and red cabbage sauteed with bacon. This low carb side has so much flavor.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Keyword low carb
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 270 kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 1/2 small head red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecan halves

Instructions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  2. Leave the bacon grease in the skillet and add cabbage. Once the cabbage cooks down some, add the garlic.

  3. Stir cabbage frequently and cook until it softens to your liking.

  4. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the bacon and pecans and serve.

Recipe Notes

To toast pecan halves, place them in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. This will take about 4 to 5 minutes. This step can be done while the cabbage is cooking.

Nutrition Facts
Bacon Pecan Cabbage
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 22mg7%
Sodium 254mg11%
Potassium 440mg13%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 8g16%
Calcium 79mg8%
Vitamin C 74mg90%
Vitamin A 878IU18%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.