Vegetable profile

Cabbage

Cabbage is in season in January, February, October, November, December. Eating it in season means more flavour and more nutrition.

Cool climate (brassica family) Planted as seedlings Garden/field (Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.)

3 recipes · 5 months in season

When is Cabbage in season?

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Cabbage, January, February, October, November, December — in season. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.

Lahana443 kcal

Lahana248 kcal

Lahana210 kcal

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Vitamin CVitamin KFolateFiber

Calories≈ 25 kcal / 100 g (çiğ)

Portion1 serving (cooked) ≈ 150 g

Season5 months

recipes3

“One of the sturdiest and most economical vegetables of winter; long cooking softens and sweetens it, while a quick blanch keeps its crunch.”

High in folate and vitamins C and K; contains iron, potassium and magnesium. Low in calories.

Source: Sebze Meyve Takvimi

Keep whole heads in a cool, humid spot (fridge crisper drawer); they keep for weeks.

Choose heads that are tight-leaved and heavy for their size — the simplest sign of freshness.

Cooking cabbage with olive oil helps with absorption of its fat-soluble vitamin K.

SeasonCool climate (brassica family)

SowingPlanted as seedlings

WhereGarden/field

Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.

This information is for general guidance only and is not medical or dietary advice. Consult a dietitian or doctor for your individual needs.

In-season first — each with its own recipes, nutrition and growing notes.