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    Home » Vegetable Recipes » Roasted Cabbage

    Roasted Cabbage

    Last updated: Apr 16, 2023 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies.

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    Roasted cabbage is crispy and flavorful. It's so easy to make and it's ready in just 40 minutes.

    Roasting this vegetable is a game-changer, convincing even the most reluctant picky eaters that it's, in fact, worth a try!

    Roasted cabbage served on a white plate.

    I happen to like cabbage very much. I think it's delicious even when very simply prepared. Steamed cabbage with butter and garlic is one of my favorite side dishes.

    But roasting certainly elevates this vegetable to a whole new level. The Picky Eater, who pretty much objects to all vegetables, declared it as "amazing" and asked for seconds. I nearly fainted.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert tips
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storing leftovers
    • Related recipes
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    Ingredients

    You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make roasted cabbage. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    • Green cabbage. I'm pretty sure you can make the exact same recipe with red cabbage, but I never tried it.
    • Olive oil. This is my favorite oil to cook with. But if you'd rather use an oil with a higher smoke point, you can use avocado oil instead (but it won't be as tasty!)
    • Kosher salt. If using fine salt, you should be using less of it, or the dish could end up too salty.
    • Spices: I like to use garlic powder and red pepper flakes. I actually prefer garlic powder to fresh minced garlic, because it coats the cabbage more evenly.

    Instructions

    Although this roasted cabbage recipe is not exactly a quick one - it takes about 40 minutes from start to finish - it is actually very easy. The detailed instructions are included in the recipe card below. Here are the basic steps:

    Cut the cabbage into wedges, as shown in the video. Don't try to remove the core - it's delicious when roasted, and if you try to remove it, the wedges will fall apart.

    Cutting cabbage into wedges.

    Spray the wedges with olive oil and sprinkle them with spices.

    Spraying cabbage with olive oil.

    Roast at 400°F until tender and browned, 25-30 minutes.

    Cabbage slices on a baking sheet.

    Expert tips

    1. Note that when you lift the baked cabbage slices from the pan, they will somewhat fall apart on you. That's totally expected, so don't let that distress you. They will, for the most part, keep their pretty shape.
    2. I like this dish spicy so I use quite a bit of red pepper, as you can see in the video below. But I wrote this recipe keeping in mind that not everyone likes their food spicy. In any event, you can simply omit the red pepper if you wish.

    Frequently asked questions

    What's the best way to cook cabbage?

    It's a matter of personal taste, but I do love baking it in the oven. Other tasty ways to make it include steaming it then serving it buttered, and turning it into an Asian-style cabbage stir-fry.

    How do I prep cabbage for cooking?

    Remove the outer leaves, cut the cabbage into wedges, and rinse them under running water. This will help get rid of any insects hiding inside the cabbage.

    How long should I bake cabbage in the oven?

    Bake it for 30 minutes in a 400°F oven, until it's golden brown and fork-tender.

    Variations

    I love this recipe as is and almost always make it as written. But in case you'd like to vary the basic recipe, here are a few ideas for you:

    • You can make the same recipe with purple cabbage.
    • Other spices to experiment with include onion powder and dried thyme.
    • Rather than spraying the wedges with olive oil, you can brush them with melted butter.
    • Try sprinkling dry-grated parmesan on the cabbage 10 minutes before it's done.
    • Try sprinkling the cooked cabbage with bacon bits.

    Serving suggestions

    Anything goes with roasted cabbage! It's such a versatile side dish. But since I bake the cabbage in a 400°F oven, I like to serve it with main dishes that I can cook in the same oven. So I often serve it with one of the following:

    • Baked shrimp
    • Buffalo chicken
    • Chicken meatballs
    • Keto meatballs
    • Beef tenderloin roast
    • Spicy chicken drumsticks

    Storing leftovers

    You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the microwave at 50% power.

    They are also good when served cold! Sometimes I shred them and add them cold to a salad the next day. Other times, I simply snack on them cold - kind of like antipasti.

    Roasted cabbage served on a white plate.

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    Roasted cabbage served on a white plate with a napkin.
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    Perfectly Roasted Cabbage

    Roasted cabbage is so flavorful! Roasting this vegetable is a game-changer, convincing even picky eaters that it's worth a try.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 109kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw
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    Ingredients

    • Olive oil spray
    • 1 large green cabbage (2 lbs before trimming)
    • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and generously spray it with olive oil. 
    • Remove the cabbage’s damaged outer leaves. Cut it in half, then into wedges as shown in the video. Leave the core in - there's no need to cut it out, and if you do, the wedges will fall apart.
    • Rinse the cabbage wedges, then carefully dry them using paper towels.
    • Place the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Generously spray their tops with olive oil. Season with kosher salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
    • Roast the cabbage until golden brown and fork-tender, 25-30 minutes. Serve immediately. 

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    Notes

    1. Note that when you lift the baked cabbage slices from the pan, they will somewhat fall apart on you. That's totally expected, so don't let that distress you. They will, for the most part, keep their pretty shape.
    2. I like this dish spicy so I use quite a bit of red pepper, as you can see in the video below. But I wrote this recipe keeping in mind that not everyone likes their food spicy. In any event, you can simply omit the red pepper if you wish.

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    Nutrition per Serving

    Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 316mg | Fiber: 5g
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    Vered Deleeuw Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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