Easy Roasted Cabbage
I’ve been known to put more time and effort into the main dish then when it comes to sides I usually just steam a veggie or something. Sides like this roasted cabbage are so easy though that it’s nearly just as simply as steaming or sautéing veggies. Roasting vegetables is the way to go because it really just brings out their natural sweetness and offers a depth of flavor that steaming or sautéing can’t. Really this is more of a method than a recipe but I thought I’d share in case you haven’t tried it yet. These simple roasted cabbage slices pair perfectly with baked chicken thighs, honey mustard salmon, potato sausage soup, or a homestyle pot roast dinner. Also feel free to switch up the seasonings here and play around with different seasonings you like.
Ingredients Needed to Make Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Green cabbage: I use a medium head of cabbage about 2 to 2 1/2 lbs. Olive oil: You’ll need a generous 1/4 cup. Garlic: You can use 3 cloves of garlic or 3/4 tsp garlic powder. Marjoram: 1 tsp dried is used. You can try other herbs like thyme or fennel, adjust amount according to taste. Salt and pepper: Season somewhat generously. Parsley, lemon or cooked bacon: These are optional garnishes for a final layer of extra flavor.
How to Roast Cabbage Steaks
How to Roast a Whole Head of Cabbage
Can I use red cabbage?
Yes red cabbage will work great to slice into wedges and roast as well.
Helpful Roasted Cabbage Tips
Work to cut cabbage as evenly as possible so it cooks evenly and they finish at the same time. Also work to cut evenly flat so there’s a good surface contact between cabbage and baking sheet to brown. Use a dark baking sheet if you want more browning. If you used a lighter sheet and find cabbage hasn’t browned much after the first 15 minutes then no need to rotate, let it continue to brown a little on bottom. Use an extra large turner when rotating the cabbage wedges to opposite side if you have one. I like this set HERE. Cabbage can be somewhat plain so I recommend finishing with the optional lemon or bacon. Or a little honey and dijon would be tasty too.
More Delicious Cabbage Recipes to Try
Cabbage Soup Cabbage Roll Soup Coleslaw Egg Roll in a Bowl Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
