cabbage

This is a perfect side dish (that can be transformed into a dinner casserole), using nearly overripe tomatoes to make a sauce that coats charred, tender-crisp grilled cabbage. You can use a barbecue, a grill pan or even the broiler. And while the anchovies are optional, they are highly recommended, providing a delicious umami base note to the dish.—Camilla Wynne

For a change of pace (and an easy extra serving of vegetables!), use cabbage leaves instead of tortillas to cradle crispy corn chip-crusted baked fish. Garnished with tangy slaw, creamy avocado, cilantro and pickled jalapenos, this quick, weeknight-friendly dinner is not only healthy and cruciferous, but also absolutely delicious.—Camilla Wynne

This fibre-rich veggie is also incredibly economical—a full head will get your through at least four of these recipes.

This savoury slaw makes a great taco topping.

This braised red cabbage goes perfectly with our pork chops and brandy sauce. The best part? Its all ready in 25 minutes!