Roasted Cabbage Steaks (Printable Version)

Caramelized cabbage steaks seasoned with garlic and spices for a tender, flavorful side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large green cabbage

→ Seasonings & Oil

02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Remove damaged outer leaves from cabbage. Slice from top to stem into 1-inch thick steaks.
03 - Arrange cabbage steaks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush both sides of each cabbage steak with olive oil.
05 - Sprinkle evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
06 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on edges but tender inside.
07 - Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It turns the most overlooked vegetable in the produce aisle into something people actually get excited about eating
  • The edges get wonderfully crispy while the centers stay tender, creating texture that feels indulgent despite being incredibly simple
02 -
  • The stem end is what holds the whole steak together, so be careful not to slice through it completely
  • Flipping halfway through is non-negotiable for getting those crispy edges on both sides
03 -
  • A light dusting of Parmesan during the last 5 minutes creates this incredible cheesy crust
  • Red cabbage works beautifully here and adds stunning color to your table

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