Calories in Cabbage
Updated July 2026 · Reviewed by CaloriesCalc Team · Source: USDA FoodData Central
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Nutrition Facts
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000 kcal diet.
Vitamins & Minerals — per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 76.0 µg | 63% | |
| Vitamin C | 36.6 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 7% | |
| Folate (B9) | 43 µg | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.16 mg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06 mg | 5% |
Calories in Cabbage by Weight
| Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|
Calories in Different Cabbage Servings
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Net Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⭐ 1 cup shredded raw | 89g | 22 kcal | 5.2g | 2.9g | 0.1g |
| 1 cup cooked | 150g | 34 kcal | 8.2g | 5.4g | 0.1g |
| 1 wedge (1/6 head) | 152g | 38 kcal | 8.8g | 4.7g | 0.2g |
| 1 whole small head | 908g | 227 kcal | 52.7g | 29.7g | 0.9g |
| 1 oz | 28g | 7 kcal | 1.6g | 1.1g | 0.0g |
Macronutrient Breakdown — per 100g
Cabbage is 92% water. Net carbs are 3.3g per 100g — very low. Red cabbage is significantly more nutritious than green cabbage, containing additional anthocyanins and more vitamin C and K.
Micronutrient Highlights
Cabbage Health Benefits & Nutrition
Gut Health — L-Glutamine and Fermentation
Raw cabbage juice has been used to treat gastric ulcers since the 1950s — a clinical trial found it healed peptic ulcers in an average of 10 days vs 37 days for standard treatment. The active compound is L-glutamine — an amino acid that nourishes the gut lining cells (enterocytes). Fermented cabbage (sauerkraut, kimchi) adds probiotic bacteria, significantly enhancing gut health benefits. A 2021 study found that fermented food consumption (including sauerkraut) increased microbiome diversity and reduced inflammatory markers more effectively than a high-fiber diet.
Sulforaphane and Cancer Prevention
Like broccoli and cauliflower, cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable rich in glucosinolates that convert to sulforaphane when chewed. Sulforaphane activates NRF2 — the master regulator of antioxidant defence — and has demonstrated anti-cancer properties across dozens of studies. Population studies consistently show high cruciferous vegetable intake is associated with reduced risk of multiple cancers. Cabbage is a more affordable and accessible cruciferous vegetable than broccoli for regular consumption.
Vitamin K for Bone and Cardiovascular Health
Cabbage provides 76µg of vitamin K per 100g — 63% of the daily requirement. Vitamin K1 activates osteocalcin (bone-building) and matrix Gla-protein (prevents arterial calcification). Low vitamin K is independently associated with osteoporosis and cardiovascular events. Red cabbage provides additional vitamin K and is one of the most nutritionally comprehensive low-calorie foods available.
Anti-Inflammatory Anthocyanins (Red Cabbage)
Red cabbage contains anthocyanins — the purple/red pigments with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Studies show anthocyanins reduce LDL oxidation, lower blood pressure, and inhibit inflammatory markers (TNF-α, IL-6). Red cabbage has up to 36 different types of anthocyanins. Cooking reduces anthocyanin content, so raw red cabbage (salads, coleslaw) preserves the most benefit.
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Nutrition values sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Not medical advice.