January–December in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Red Cabbage Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Red Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 31 kcal and includes 57 mg vitamin C, 243 mg potassium, 56 µg RAE vitamin A. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Red Cabbage benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 31 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 90.4 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 2.1 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 57 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 56 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- About 38.2 µg of vitamin K per 100 g contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 45 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 243 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 16 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.8 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of red cabbage depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Red Cabbage nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 100 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 31 kcal | 31 kcal |
| Water | 90.4 g | 90.4 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.4 g |
| Total fat | 0.16 g | 0.16 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.021 g | 0.021 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.012 g | 0.012 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.08 g | 0.08 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 7.4 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 2.1 g |
| Total sugars | 3.8 g | 3.8 g |
| Starch | 0 g | 0 g |
| Ash | 0.64 g | 0.64 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 45 mg | 45 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 0.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 16 mg | 16 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 243 mg | 243 mg |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 27 mg |
| Zinc | 0.22 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Copper | 0.017 mg | 0.017 mg |
| Manganese | 0.243 mg | 0.243 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 57 mg | 57 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.064 mg | 0.064 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.069 mg | 0.069 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.418 mg | 0.418 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.147 mg | 0.147 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.209 mg | 0.209 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 18 µg | 18 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 18 µg | 18 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 18 µg DFE | 18 µg DFE |
| Choline | 17.1 mg | 17.1 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 56 µg RAE | 56 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 670 µg | 670 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 20 µg | 20 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 329 µg | 329 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.11 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 38.2 µg | 38.2 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.034 g | 0.034 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Glucose | 1.7 g | 1.7 g |
| Fructose | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.012 g | 0.012 g |
| Threonine | 0.039 g | 0.039 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.034 g | 0.034 g |
| Leucine | 0.046 g | 0.046 g |
| Lysine | 0.049 g | 0.049 g |
| Methionine | 0.014 g | 0.014 g |
| Cystine | 0.012 g | 0.012 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036 g | 0.036 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.022 g | 0.022 g |
| Valine | 0.048 g | 0.048 g |
| Arginine | 0.083 g | 0.083 g |
| Histidine | 0.024 g | 0.024 g |
| Alanine | 0.048 g | 0.048 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.136 g | 0.136 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.329 g | 0.329 g |
| Glycine | 0.034 g | 0.034 g |
| Proline | 0.054 g | 0.054 g |
| Serine | 0.059 g | 0.059 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 38.2 µg | 38.2 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.034 g | 0.034 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Red Cabbage?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 31 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 31 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Red Cabbage in the kitchen
Red Cabbage can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
