Description
A hearty and nutritious cabbage burger bake that combines comfort food with healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
- 1 pound of ground beef, turkey, or a plant-based alternative
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (or a vegan version)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or vegan cheese)
- Optional toppings: green onions, sour cream, or salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the ground meat (or alternative) and cook until it’s browned, breaking it up as you go, about 7-10 minutes.
- Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Layer half of the chopped cabbage at the bottom of a large baking dish.
- Pour the meat mixture over the cabbage and spread it evenly. Top with the remaining cabbage.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Notes
Feel free to substitute proteins or cheeses based on your dietary needs. Great for meal prep and leftovers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg