Red Cabbage (1 Cup, Chopped)

Keep the red cabbage portion moderate and avoid sweetened slaws, honey, sugar, dried fruit, or sugary dressings; use lemon juice, vinegar, herbs, and olive oil instead.

Eat red cabbage alongside protein and fat, such as eggs, salmon, tofu, chicken, or a small handful of nuts, rather than by itself.

Start the meal with protein or non-starchy vegetables, then eat the red cabbage and any starches afterward.

If you include a carbohydrate side, choose a smaller portion of lentils, chickpeas, or plain Greek yogurt rather than bread, rice, potatoes, or sweet sauces.

Choose raw, lightly steamed, or quickly sautéed cabbage and avoid cooking it down with sweet glazes or high-sugar condiments.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after the meal and use your glucose response to adjust the cabbage serving size and meal pairing.