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Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers

Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers: Your New Low-Carb Favorite

Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers are a healthy low-carb alternative, featuring juicy meat patties in crispy cabbage 'buns'.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Ground Turkey Substitute with ground chicken or a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 cup Onion (finely chopped) Can use shallots for a subtler taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adjust amount based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Swap with regular paprika or omit for a lighter taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg (optional) Omit for a strict low-carb or use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
For the Cabbage Buns
  • 1 head Cabbage Any type of cabbage will work well.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil or melted butter.
For the Toppings (optional)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Mozzarella, cheddar, or dairy-free options are great choices.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnishing.
  • Sour Cream or Dipping Sauces Pairing options for serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather materials including a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the cabbage into ½ inch thick slices and brush both sides with olive oil. Arrange cabbage on the baking sheet.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey with onion, garlic, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and optional egg. Mix well.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into patties matching the size of the cabbage slices and place each on top of a cabbage slice on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes until the meat cooks through and cabbage softens. Watch for slight browning.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over patties while hot. Switch oven to broil and broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts golden.
  7. Serve garnished with parsley and optional sour cream or dipping sauces. Enjoy your healthy meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Choose firm, fresh cabbage heads and combine patty ingredients gently to maintain a tender texture. Monitor cooking time and feel free to experiment with flavors and herbs.

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