Description
This Oven Roasted Garlic Cabbage Steaks recipe transforms simple cabbage into a flavorful and satisfying side dish. Coated with a seasoned blend of olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and herbs, these thick cabbage slices are roasted until tender with crispy golden edges. Finished with optional Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or fresh parsley, these steaks make a nutritious, easy vegetarian accompaniment for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large green or red cabbage
Seasoning Blend
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent the cabbage steaks from sticking during roasting.
- Prepare the cabbage: Remove any wilted or damaged outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice the cabbage into approximately ¾-inch thick rounds; keep the core intact to help the steaks hold together during cooking.
- Season the steaks: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Brush this seasoned oil mixture generously over both sides of each cabbage steak to ensure full flavor coverage.
- Roast the cabbage: Place the seasoned cabbage steaks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece for even roasting. Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the steaks halfway through cooking. They should become tender inside with edges that are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve and garnish: Once roasted, remove the cabbage steaks from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, or fresh parsley before serving immediately for a burst of extra flavor and color.
Notes
- Keep the core intact while slicing to help the cabbage steaks stay together during roasting.
- You can substitute olive oil with melted butter for a richer taste.
- Adjust seasoning quantities according to your taste preference.
- For a vegan option, skip the Parmesan cheese topping or use a plant-based alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
