Cabbage, Onion and Sweet Pepper Tart Recipe (2024)

By Martha Rose Shulman

Cabbage, Onion and Sweet Pepper Tart Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour 45 minutes
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Ingredients

Yield:6 to 8 servings.

  • 1yeasted olive oil pie crust (½ recipe)
  • 2tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1large onion, finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • ¾pound red or mixed bell peppers (2 large), cut in small dice
  • 1pound cabbage, shredded or chopped
  • 2garlic cloves, minced
  • 1tablespoon tomato paste
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 3eggs
  • ½cup low-fat milk
  • 2ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (½ cup)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

260 calories; 15 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 7 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 24 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 7 grams protein; 449 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes, and add a generous pinch of salt and the peppers. Cook, stirring often, until the onion and peppers are tender, about 5 minutes, and add the cabbage. Stir together, add salt to taste, cover and cook, stirring often, for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cabbage is very tender and sweet. Add the garlic and tomato paste and continue to cook, uncovered, stirring often, for 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.

  2. Step

    2

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Oil a 10-inch tart pan or cake pan and line with the dough. Whisk the eggs and milk together in a large bowl, add salt and pepper to taste and stir in the vegetables and cheese. Mix together well and scrape into the pie shell.

  3. Step

    3

    Bake 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is lightly browned. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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Sheila

This recipe is excellent - as another cook noted, the sweet carmelized cabbage and peppers provide very deep flavor without the need for a lot of extra add-ins. Having said that, the tomato paste is important.

When I have not had the time or interest in making the dough, I just bake this in a glass dish (crustless). It also freezes and reheats extremely well, so I cut it in pieces and package individual servings to take to work for lunch.

eleni

not terrible - we all ate it (incl. 9 & 11 y.o. kids) but not in our "make again" column either.

El

Very good but even better the second day. I used frozen organic pie crust.

NJ

I just used my standard shortening crust. I didn't have gruyere, so used some mustard-seed gouda (?) and pre-grated Mexican blend (hangs head in shame). And, biggest change, used my own canned sweet peppers, drained.It was pretty good, and husband had seconds. I wouldn't rush to make it again, but it was a good and different use for the ton of cabbage and for getting rid of some of the peppers.

rebl

Does anyone have a preference for red cabbage vs green in this recipe?

alacarte

I'm afraid my substitutions rendered this dish a bit less than it might have been. I used some leftover parmesan instead of Gruyere...in retrospect, I believe the Gruyere's sharpness would have made it more flavorful. I also baked it in a cake pan, minus the crust. Not bad, but not amazing, either. If I make it again I will add some smoked paprika to give it a bit more zing.

Lisa

The olive oil crust is Excellent, easy to make, easy to roll out and manipulate into a tart pan. Once cool, I could easily get it OUT of the tart pan as well. Great tart as is, but excited to riff on this with some ingredient variations.

ashleigh

Made this as written with the olive oil crust. It was excellent, even better reheated in the oven the second night!

fgrigorio

I used Dufour puff pastry I bought frozen at a Whole Foods and used it for a crust. I also used heavy cream instead of low-fat milk. It was sublime! A five-star dish!

Melissa

Sensational! Used traditional short crust, but otherwise made this to recipe. Wonderful reheated. I could imagine adding some black olives.

fgrigorio

Do you need to prévale the crust?

Sheri DH

Excellent recipe, and very versatile!! Tasted great even with subs:-- As suggested by someone else, I made it crustless -- worked out beautifully.-- I had one lonely leek that I needed to use, so I sliced it thinly and used it with the peppers (which, by the way, were the frozen mix from Trader Joe's)-- I didn't have Gruyere or Swiss, but I did have a little bit of Parmesan and a little bit of Romano/Peccorino that I used instead-- I used (gasp) tomato catsup rather than tomato paste

NJ

I just used my standard shortening crust. I didn't have gruyere, so used some mustard-seed gouda (?) and pre-grated Mexican blend (hangs head in shame). And, biggest change, used my own canned sweet peppers, drained.It was pretty good, and husband had seconds. I wouldn't rush to make it again, but it was a good and different use for the ton of cabbage and for getting rid of some of the peppers.

Shawn N.

Where has this crust been all my life?! The crust is easy to work with and goes great with the filling, which has a great rich flavor. My husband doesn't like quiche ("too eggy") but he loved this because of the abundance of vegetables.

terri

Does anyone know if we are making this with a baked or unbaked pie shell?

El

Very good but even better the second day. I used frozen organic pie crust.

EllenJMM

We really enjoyed this. I didn't have yeast to make the suggested dough, so I made a simple pie crust with butter. I also included some fresh thyme and a dash of cayenne in the vegetable mixture, adding another layer of flavor to the simply sweet notes of the cabbage, onions, and peppers. I'll certainly make this again.

eleni

not terrible - we all ate it (incl. 9 & 11 y.o. kids) but not in our "make again" column either.

Jackie

Hard to find the pastry recipe . Why isn't that on The NY Times website???

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Cabbage, Onion and Sweet Pepper Tart Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What goes first onion or bell pepper? ›

Cook for 1-2 minutes. Note we like to start cooking the pepper first (before the onion) because it takes longer for pepper to cook down to the same softness. Add the onion to the same pan and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until it's just starting to soften. Add salt and pepper to taste.

What pairs well with red cabbage? ›

Sautéed red cabbage is a versatile side dish you can serve with a variety of main dishes including pork chops, sausages (especially smoked sausages), roast pork, roast chicken, duck, lentils, beans, and chickpeas. Also, try it with a boldly flavored fish such as salmon.

What is the Holy Trinity of onions and peppers? ›

The Holy Trinity Ratio

Typically, the Holy Trinity uses a 2:1:1 ratio of onions, celery, and peppers to fill Cajun and Creole dishes with flavor. This differs from the original French Mirepoix, which usually uses a 2:1:1 ratio of onions, celery, and carrots.

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Can I Make Sautéed Peppers & Onions Ahead? Yes! Cook then refrigerate them for up to 4 days. You can even use this recipe to meal prep a week of dinners with this plan.

What does red cabbage do to your body? ›

But red cabbage has higher levels of some types of antioxidants than other types of cabbage. These nutrients are thought to help reduce the risk of health conditions such as cancer, osteoporosis, and heart disease. Red cabbage is particularly rich in anthocyanins, which are a type of flavonoid.

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Why do you soak red cabbage in water? ›

Crisp it up: Shredded cabbage stays perky if it's soaked in cold water. This also helps cut the pungent edge. Drain well before combining with other ingredients.

How do you take the bitterness out of red cabbage? ›

One way to make raw cabbage less bitter, and therefore more palatable, is to let it marinate in something salty or acidic for a while.

What is the healthiest way to eat red cabbage? ›

If you want to preserve these nutritional benefits, it's best to steam your cabbage. First, because steaming improves its cholesterol-lowering properties. Steaming also preserves more glucosinolates than microwaving, despite longer cooking time. Purple or red cabbage is a special nutritional powerhouse.

What does lemon juice do to red cabbage? ›

Substances such as lemon juice and vinegar turn the cabbage juice red because they are acidic. Ammonia turns the cabbage juice into a blue/green color because it is a base, a material that tastes bitter and makes an acid neutral. Water does nothing, as it is a neutral.

Do onions go in first or last? ›

Onion is the first to go in the pan because it needs time to become translucent, meaning it's cooked, which takes about 10 minutes. Garlic, on the other hand, cooks quickly and burns easily, so introduce it after the onion is cooked.

Can bell peppers and onions be planted together? ›

Onions. Onions don't take up a lot of room above the ground, and they can deter many common insect pests in the garden, such as aphids, slugs, and cabbage worms, making them a good companion plant for peppers.

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