In the video, a person is seen peeling a red cabbage over a clear glass bowl. The person uses their hands to remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, revealing the white inner leaves. The bowl is placed on a kitchen countertop, and the person's actions are focused on the task of peeling the cabbage. The video captures the process in a close-up shot, highlighting the vibrant red color of the cabbage and the contrast between the outer leaves and the inner leaves.