vegetables
Oven-Roasted Cabbage Slices
These oven-roasted cabbage slices transform a humble head of cabbage into a beautifully caramelized, tender, and flavorful side dish. Thick rounds of fresh cabbage are brushed with olive oil, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and roasted at high heat until the edges crisp and turn golden. The result is a naturally sweet, savory, and deeply satisfying vegetable dish that pairs well with nearly any meal—from roasted meats to light summery dinners. With only a few ingredients and minimal preparation, this recipe brings out the best in fresh garden cabbage.
Ingredients
Roasted Cabbage
- 1 head cabbage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven Preheat oven to **400°F** and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the cabbage Slice **1 head cabbage** into even rounds, aiming for uniform thickness so they roast evenly.
- Season Brush each cabbage slice with **2 tablespoons olive oil**, then season generously with **salt** and **black pepper** on both sides.
- Roast Arrange cabbage slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for **25–30 minutes**, or until the edges are golden, crispy, and caramelized.
- Serve Serve warm as a simple, flavorful vegetable side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, or crushed red pepper before roasting.
- Finish with a drizzle of lemon juice or balsamic glaze for brightness.
- Cabbage slices shrink slightly as they roast; thicker slices hold their shape best.