Roasted Cabbage Steaks (Printable)

Golden roasted cabbage steaks seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika and bright lemon - hearty, vegan, and gluten-free.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large green cabbage

→ Seasonings & Oil

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Finishing

07 - 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Remove any tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice the cabbage from top to bottom into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick steaks. You should get 4–5 steaks.
03 - Arrange the cabbage steaks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
05 - Brush the oil mixture generously over both sides of each cabbage steak.
06 - Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Flip the steaks carefully, then roast for another 12–15 minutes, until golden and edges are crisp.
07 - Remove from the oven. Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle lemon zest, and scatter with chopped parsley if using. Serve immediately.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

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  • You won&apost believe how much flavor cabbage takes on after a blast in the oven.
  • It&aposs the ultimate low-fuss side that always manages to steal the show.
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  • If you cut the steaks too thin, they&ll break apart or burn before turning tender.
  • Letting the seasoning rest on the cabbage for a couple of minutes before roasting helps deepen the flavor.
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  • Don&apost crowd the steaks on the baking sheet—space is the secret to crispy edges.
  • Brushing on every bit of the seasoned oil (even in the nooks) delivers the richest flavor punch.
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