Roasted Cabbage Steaks (Printable View)

Thick cabbage slices roasted until caramelized and tender with garlic and spices. A simple, healthy side dish transforming humble cabbage into flavorful delight.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large green cabbage, sliced into 1-inch thick steaks

→ 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

# Cooking Steps:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The high heat transformation turns basic cabbage into something surprisingly luxurious with crispy edges and tender centers
  • It requires almost zero active cooking time while roasting, letting you focus on the main dish
  • The seasoning blend works with absolutely everything else you might serve alongside it
02 -
  • The core holds the steaks together, so do not cut it out unless you want the layers to separate completely
  • Flipping halfway through is essential for even caramelization on both sides
  • Do not crowd the pan or the cabbage will steam instead of roast
03 -
  • A very sharp knife prevents the layers from crumbling when you slice through the head
  • The steaks that fall apart still taste amazing, so save those crispy bits for the cook