If you've never made cabbage steaks before, you're in for a real treat! These simple oven roasted cabbage steaks transform an everyday vegetable into a tender, golden, deeply savory side dish that pairs beautifully with any main course.
🍽 Ingredients for Cabbage Steaks
Just 8 simple ingredients are all you need. Here's what you need and why each one matters:
- 1 head of cabbage: green cabbage is the most classic choice, but red cabbage works just as well and adds a gorgeous pop of color. Look for a firm, heavy head with tight leaves for the best results.
- 2 tablespoons of avocado oil: its high smoke point makes it perfect for roasting at higher oven temperatures. Light olive oil works great as a substitute.
- 1 tablespoon of dry minced onion: adds a subtle, savory onion flavor that permeates the cabbage as it roasts. Fresh minced onion or onion powder both work as substitutes.
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder: brings a warm, aromatic depth to the seasoning blend that makes every bite pop with flavor.
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme: adds an earthy, slightly floral herby note that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of roasted cabbage.
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley: gives the seasoning a mild, fresh herby flavor and a lovely green color to the finished steaks.
- ½ teaspoon of salt: brings out all the natural flavors of the cabbage and the herbs.
- ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper: adds a gentle heat and rounds out the seasoning blend perfectly.
🔪 How To Make Cabbage Steaks Step by Step
This recipe is so easy it almost feels like cheating. Here's exactly what to do:
Step 1: Preheat & Prep Your Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. You can also lightly grease the foil with a bit of oil to prevent any sticking.
Step 2: Slice the Cabbage Steaks
Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage head. Place the cabbage on a cutting board and slice it straight through the core into 1-inch thick rounds. The core is actually important here, it holds each steak together so it doesn't fall apart during roasting. You should get about 4 to 6 steaks from one head of cabbage.
Step 3: Season the Cabbage Steaks
Arrange the cabbage steaks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the avocado oil evenly over both sides of each steak, then use your hands or a pastry brush to coat them evenly. In a small bowl, mix together the dry minced onion, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning blend generously over both sides of each steak.
Step 4: Roast Until Tender
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 40 to 45 minutes until the cabbage is tender when poked with a fork and the edges are lightly golden and caramelized. If the edges start to get too brown before the center is tender, loosely tent with foil for the last 10 minutes. Check every 5 minutes after the 40-minute mark until they reach your preferred tenderness.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
Carefully transfer the roasted cabbage steaks to a serving plate using a wide spatula. Serve immediately as a side dish alongside your favorite protein. Add any finishing toppings you like and enjoy!
🥗 What to Serve With Cabbage Steaks
These versatile roasted cabbage steaks pair beautifully with so many main dishes. Here are the best options:
- Grilled chicken breasts: a lean, healthy protein that pairs perfectly with the tender, herby cabbage.
- Roasted beef or pork tenderloin: the mild sweetness of roasted cabbage balances rich, savory meats beautifully.
- Baked salmon or white fish: a light, healthy combination that is elegant enough for a dinner party.
- Other roasted vegetables: arrange carrots, potatoes, and cherry tomatoes alongside the cabbage on the same baking sheet for a full roasted vegetable platter.
- Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken: the crispy, savory chicken alongside the tender herby cabbage steaks makes an incredible, well-rounded meal.
More Easy Healthy Side Dish Recipes You'll Love
If these cabbage steaks were a hit, here are some other easy, healthy side dishes worth trying:
- Air Fryer Green Beans: crispy, flavorful, and ready in under 15 minutes. A perfect healthy side for any dinner.
- Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan: simple, quick, and absolutely delicious. Great alongside chicken or beef.
- Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats: low-carb, high-protein, and incredibly satisfying as a full meal or hearty side.
- Old Fashioned Potato Salad: the ultimate classic side dish for cookouts, potlucks, and family dinners.
Oven Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Ingredients
- 1 head of green or red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons of avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon of dry minced onion
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Remove outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice straight through the core into 1-inch thick rounds. Arrange on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle avocado oil over both sides of each steak and brush to coat evenly.
- Mix the dry minced onion, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle generously over both sides of each steak.
- Roast for 40 to 45 minutes until tender when poked with a fork and edges are lightly golden.
- Optional: Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for extra caramelized golden edges. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Keep the core intact, it holds each steak together during roasting.
- Cut exactly 1 inch thick for the best texture, tender inside, golden outside.
- Season both sides generously, cabbage needs bold seasoning to really shine.
- Not tender after 45 minutes? Keep roasting in 5-minute increments until fork-tender.
- Make-ahead: Season up to 24 hours ahead, refrigerate, then add oil and bake when ready.
- Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F or air fryer.
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