Name: Roasted Cabbage with Bacon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 head Cabbage (cut into 1/2" steaks); 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil (Use more as needed.); 1/4 teaspoon Seasoned Salt; 1/4 teaspoon Pepper; 5 slices Cooked Crumbled Bacon (About 1 tbsp per steak); Green Onions for Garnish

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Roasted Cabbage with Bacon is the side dish that surprises everyone at the table. Thick cabbage steaks are brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with seasoned salt and pepper, topped with crispy bacon, and roasted at 400°F for just 25 minutes.

The edges turn golden. The center remains tender with a slight bite. And suddenly, cabbage is not boring anymore.

Roasted cabbage steaks with crispy bacon and green onions on a sheet pan.

Growing up, cabbage usually meant simmered on the stove for a long time. Perfectly fine, but not exactly exciting.

The first time I roasted it instead of boiling it, everything changed. The edges caramelized, the layers stayed structured, and it actually felt hearty on the plate.

And if meatloaf is on the menu, this cabbage pairs beautifully with my Cheesy Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ready in 30 minutes, start to finish
Budget friendly
Simple pantry ingredients
Naturally low carb without trying too hard
Crispy edges and tender centers

Ingredients

Head of green cabbage, cut into ½ inch steaks
1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasoned salt
Black pepper
Bacon, crumbled
Green onions for garnish

Recipe Notes

Cabbage: Keep the core intact when slicing. It helps the layers hold together.

Seasoned salt: Do not exceed ½ teaspoon total, or it can overpower the cabbage.

Bacon: Cook it before adding for a crisp texture. Raw bacon will soften the cabbage more and increase roasting time.

How to Make Roasted Cabbage with Bacon

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F.

Thick ½ inch cabbage steaks cut on a white cutting board before roasting.

Step 2: Cut cabbage into ½-inch-thick steaks. Place them on a greased baking sheet.

Brushing olive oil onto thick cabbage steaks before roasting in the oven.

Cabbage steaks topped with bacon, olive oil, and seasoning on a baking sheet before roasting.

Step 3: Lightly brush olive oil over the top of each cabbage steak.

Step 4: Sprinkle seasoned salt and pepper evenly over all steaks.

Step 5: Top each piece with about 1 tablespoon of cooked, crumbled bacon.

Step 6: Bake for 25 minutes or until:

Edges are golden brown
Bacon is crisp
A fork slides easily into the center, but the cabbage still holds its shape

Step 7: Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Roasted cabbage steaks just out of the oven with crispy bacon and green onions on a sheet pan.

Variations

Add thin white onion slices before roasting.
Sprinkle Parmesan during the last 5 minutes.
Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze after baking.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

What to Serve with Roasted Cabbage

This side dish works beautifully with:

You can browse more easy dinner ideas in my 30 Minute Meals category.

Storage and Reheating

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.

Reheat: Warm in a 375°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes to bring back some crispness. The microwave works, but it softens the edges.

Freezer: Not recommended. The texture changes too much.

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