Description
Oven Roasted Garlic Cabbage Steaks are a flavorful and healthy vegetarian side dish featuring thick rounds of cabbage seasoned with a garlic and smoked paprika blend, then roasted to tender perfection with a slight char. Perfect as a low-calorie, vegan-friendly option, these cabbage steaks deliver a satisfying texture and savory taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 large green or red cabbage
- 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 temperature 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 head. Using a sharp knife, slice the cabbage into ¾-inch thick rounds or ‘steaks.’ Be sure to keep the core intact as it acts like a spine holding the steaks together while roasting.
- Make the Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully blended to create the flavorful dressing for the steaks.
- Coat the Cabbage Steaks: Using a brush, generously apply the seasoning mixture on both sides of each cabbage steak. Make sure every surface is well coated to maximize flavor infusion through roasting.
- Arrange for Roasting: Place the seasoned cabbage steaks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving some space between each piece to ensure even roasting.
- Roast the Cabbage: Roast the cabbage steaks in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them once halfway through cooking. This will help achieve even browning and a tender texture. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, or fresh parsley before serving for added flavor.
Notes
- Keep the core of the cabbage intact while slicing to hold the steaks together while roasting.
- You can substitute olive oil with melted butter for a richer taste.
- Adjust salt and spices according to your preference.
- If using optional Parmesan cheese topping, note that it will add some dairy to the dish.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the steaks for 1-2 minutes at the end, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Leftover cabbage steaks can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: oven roasted cabbage steaks, garlic cabbage steaks, roasted vegetables, vegan side dish, healthy cabbage recipe, smoked paprika cabbage
