Description
Oven-baked cabbage burgers offer a delightful and nutritious twist on traditional burgers, making them a perfect option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. These savory patties combine the satisfying crunch of fresh cabbage with the rich flavors of ground beef or turkey, creating a hearty meal that’s both lighter and healthier. Seasoned with aromatic garlic, onion, and smoked paprika, these burgers are bursting with flavor while providing a low-carb alternative to conventional buns. The fun of assembling these burgers makes them a hit with both kids and adults alike, allowing for endless customization to suit every taste. Serve them with your favorite dips or alongside delicious sides for a well-rounded meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head of cabbage (cut into thick slices)
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the cabbage into thick rounds (about ½-inch thick) and brush both sides with olive oil; place on the baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and egg if using; mix until well combined.
- Press a handful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage slice to form patties.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, then sprinkle cheese on top of each patty.
- Broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish as desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg