Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers
Cozy oven-baked cabbage burgers featuring juicy beef or turkey wrapped in tender roasted cabbage leaves, making for a low-carb, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Cabbage Burgers
- 1 head head of cabbage Choose a medium to large head for bigger leaves.
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey Use what fits your budget or preference.
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack work well.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can be adjusted to taste.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- to taste optional condiments Ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, etc.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove the core from the cabbage and carefully peel off 12 large leaves.
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place a generous amount of the meat mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese if using.
- Roll the leaf around the filling, tucking in the sides to secure it.
- Place cabbage burgers seam side down on a baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
Serving
- Serve hot with your choice of condiments.
Notes
If cabbage leaves are stiff, blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. These burgers reheat beautifully and can be made ahead for meal prep.