Description
This Roasted Red Cabbage recipe is a simple and flavorful side dish that highlights the natural sweetness and slight earthiness of red cabbage. Roasting the cabbage in the oven with olive oil and salt caramelizes the edges and softens the leaves, creating a tender yet slightly crisp texture perfect to accompany a variety of meals. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish makes an easy, healthy addition to any dinner plate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 head of red cabbage
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough to roast the cabbage and develop caramelization.
- Prepare the Cabbage: Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut the head into 1-inch thick slices or wedges, keeping the core intact to hold the wedges together.
- Season the Cabbage: Place the cabbage slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Drizzle the olive oil over each wedge and sprinkle evenly with salt to taste.
- Roast the Cabbage: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes. Halfway through, flip the wedges carefully to roast both sides evenly until the edges are browned and the leaves are tender.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm as a delicious and healthy side dish.
Notes
- You can add black pepper or your favorite herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- For a tangy twist, drizzle with balsamic vinegar after roasting.
- Make sure not to slice the cabbage too thinly to prevent it from drying out during roasting.
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled easily for larger groups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
