Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers Recipe
A healthy and flavorful twist on traditional burgers, these Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers feature seasoned ground beef patties baked atop thick cabbage slices and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a low-carb meal, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients and simple preparation for a satisfying dish.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Main Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage (cut into thick slices, about ½-inch thick)
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (optional, for binding)
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the Cabbage: Slice the small head of cabbage into thick rounds roughly ½-inch thick. Brush both sides of each cabbage slice with olive oil and arrange them neatly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make the Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and the optional egg for binding. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Assemble the Burgers: Take a generous handful of the meat mixture and press it firmly onto the top of each cabbage slice, shaping it into a patty that covers the cabbage.
- Bake the Burgers: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the meat to cook through and the cabbage to soften.
- Add Cheese and Broil: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle shredded cheese over each burger. Switch your oven to broil setting and return the sheet to broil for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the cabbage burgers with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with sour cream, mustard, or any favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Using ground turkey instead of beef reduces fat content while keeping it flavorful.
- The egg is optional but helps bind the meat mixture for better burger integrity.
- You can customize the cheese based on your preference, such as cheddar for sharpness or mozzarella for meltiness.
- For extra flavor, add chopped herbs like parsley or thyme into the meat mixture.
- Serve these burgers with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete low-carb meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cabbage burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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