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Cabbage Burgers

Savory Cabbage Burgers for a Healthier Home-Cooked Meal

Cabbage Burgers are a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional burgers, featuring savory beef and cheese nestled in tender cabbage.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage Base
  • 1 head Cabbage Green or savoy cabbage
For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey)
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Vegan alternative available
  • 1 large Egg (optional) Can be omitted or replaced with flax egg
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or vegan cheese
For Baking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice cabbage into thick rounds, about ½ inch thick.
  2. Brush cabbage rounds with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  3. In a bowl, combine ground beef (or turkey), chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and optional egg. Mix well.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into patties on the cabbage rounds, ensuring the edges are covered.
  5. Bake the burgers for about 25 minutes until the meat is browned and cabbage is tender.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over each patty and broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  7. Remove from oven, garnish with parsley and serve warm with condiments.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use green or savoy cabbage for best results, and feel free to customize the fillings and toppings to suit your preferences.

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