Kelli McGrane, MS, RD, Author at Gardener's Path

How Nutritious Is Raw Cabbage?

Vegetables Brassica oleracea, Cabbage, Cole Crops (Brassica), Mustard & Cabbage Family (Brassicaceae)

A wooden surface with three different Brassica oleracea vegetables on it. From the left, a white one, chopped in half, in the center a red variety with a slice out of it, and to the right a savoy cabbage, whole. The background is wood.

While it may not be as trendy as cauliflower or kale, cabbage is a low calorie vegetable that packs a serious nutritional punch. A member of the Brassica genus, cabbage is rich in several important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Want to find out just how nutritious raw cabbage actually is? Read more now.

How Nutritious Is Raw Kale?

Vegetables Brassica oleracea, Cole Crops (Brassica), Kale, Mustard & Cabbage Family (Brassicaceae)

A close up of a white plate with fresh bright green curly kale leaves, pictured on a wooden surface.

Often labeled as a superfood, kale is a trendy leafy green that’s found in everything from salads and grain bowls to smoothies and juices. But how nutritious is raw kale actually, and are there any potential downsides to eating it? Read more about the potential health benefits of eating raw kale now.

Is Ornamental Kale Edible?

Vegetables Brassica oleracea, Cole Crops (Brassica), Kale, Mustard & Cabbage Family (Brassicaceae)

A close up, top down image of ornamental Brassica oleracea, some with vibrant purple leaves, with green edging, others with yellow and green patterns. The center of the plants looks more like a flower than a vegetable.

Ornamental kale is the perfect option to add color to your fall and winter garden, as its leaves only get more vibrant when the weather gets colder. Kale is known for being a healthy, leafy green, rich in several types of nutrients and antioxidants. But is ornamental kale also as nutritious, and safe to eat? Read more.