Description
Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers offer a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional burgers by using cabbage rounds as the base topped with seasoned ground meat and melted cheese. This recipe is low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect for a wholesome main course that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Cabbage Burgers
- 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into 1-inch thick rounds
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Cabbage: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Arrange the cabbage rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Season the cabbage with half of the salt and pepper.
- Mix Meat Mixture: In a bowl, combine the ground meat with the remaining salt and pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently until just combined to avoid a dense texture.
- Form Patties on Cabbage: Divide the meat mixture evenly and press it onto the top of each cabbage round, shaping it into a patty that fully covers the cabbage slice.
- Bake Initially: Bake the cabbage burgers for 25 minutes in the preheated oven to cook the meat partially and soften the cabbage.
- Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the baking sheet, sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over each patty, then return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the cabbage burgers warm, optionally alongside a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use evenly sized cabbage slices to ensure even cooking.
- Ground turkey offers a lighter protein option.
- These cabbage burgers pair well with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables.
