Description
Roasted cabbage steaks bring Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. Herbs, olive oil, and high-heat roasting create golden edges and savory satisfaction for you to enjoy with any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 small cabbage heads
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Oil:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and position a rack in the middle position. Cover a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Carefully trim the tough outer leaves from the cabbage heads. Slice each cabbage head in half vertically through the core, then create two substantial steaks approximately ¾ to 1 inch thick from each half.
- Arrange the cabbage steaks on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each slice to promote even roasting and prevent steaming.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over both surfaces of the cabbage steaks, ensuring complete and uniform coverage. Sprinkle kosher salt, granulated garlic powder, and sweet paprika across the entire surface for a robust flavor profile.
- For those desiring an additional kick, scatter red pepper flakes evenly across the seasoned cabbage steaks to introduce a subtle heat.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 22-28 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through cooking to guarantee consistent caramelization and tenderness.
- The cabbage steaks are perfectly cooked when the edges turn crispy and golden brown, with the center becoming tender and slightly translucent.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to settle and the exterior to maintain its crisp texture.
- Transfer immediately to a serving platter, presenting the roasted cabbage steaks while they are warm and at peak flavor.
Notes
- Elevate your vegetable game with these hearty cabbage steaks that transform a humble ingredient into a restaurant-worthy side dish.
- Thick slices hold up beautifully during roasting, creating a crispy exterior with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior.
- Customize seasoning easily by experimenting with different spice blends like herb-infused salts or smoky barbecue rubs.
- Perfect for meal prep since these cabbage steaks reheat wonderfully and maintain their delicious caramelized edges.
- Budget-friendly option that delivers maximum flavor with minimal ingredients, making it an excellent choice for home cooks seeking delicious yet economical meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 116 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 258 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg