Blood Sugar–Friendly Cabbage & Veggie Bake

Soft, flavorful, and packed with fiber — this recipe helps keep you full and supports steady blood sugar levels.

 Ingredients

• 4 cups finely shredded cabbage

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 eggs

• ½ cup plain yogurt or milk

• ½ cup grated cheese (optional but adds flavor)

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• ½ cup whole-wheat flour or oat flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp turmeric (optional, anti-inflammatory)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Fresh herbs (parsley or coriander), chopped

 Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables

• Shred the cabbage finely (as shown in the picture).

• In a pan, heat olive oil.

• Add onions, mushrooms, bell pepper, and garlic.

• Sauté 5–6 minutes until softened.

• Add shredded cabbage and cook another 3–4 minutes.

• Let cool slightly.

2. Make the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together:

• Eggs

• Yogurt or milk

• Salt, pepper, turmeric

Then add:

• Flour

• Baking powder
  Mix until smooth.

3. Combine

• Add the cooked vegetable mixture into the batter.

• Fold in chopped herbs and cheese (optional).

• Mix until everything is evenly combined.

4. Bake

• Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

• Grease a loaf pan or baking dish.

• Pour the mixture in and level the top.

• Bake 40–50 minutes until golden and firm.

• Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.

 Serve With

• Yogurt dip

• Salad

• Lemon and pepper

• Tomato salsa

• As a low-carb bread replacement

 Why It Supports Blood Sugar

• High in fiber → slows digestion

• Low in refined carbohydrates

• Cabbage stabilizes glucose

• Balanced protein + veggies keeps you full longer