Cabbage, frozen, boiled in unsalted water

Cabbage is a leafy vegetable. These figures describe frozen cabbage boiled in unsalted water. It provides small amounts of carbohydrate and protein, along with vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 3.2g of carbohydrate, 1.3g of protein, 22mg of vitamin C and 53µg of folate.

Vitamin C supports normal wound healing and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Folate is needed for normal cell division and the formation of red blood cells. Cabbage prepared this way contains little salt or fat, with only a trace of saturated fat. Adding salt, butter or sauces changes its nutritional content. Full nutrient figures are shown in the tables below.