Description
These Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers are a low-carb, bunless twist on the classic burger. Roasted cabbage steaks serve as a delicious, slightly crispy base topped with juicy beef patties, melted cheese, and customizable toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or keto-friendly meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 small head of green cabbage
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil (like avocado or canola)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices American cheese
- Optional toppings: ketchup, mustard, dill pickle chips, finely chopped red onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice cabbage into four 1/2-inch thick steaks, cutting through the core for stability.
- Brush both sides of cabbage with oil, season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and black pepper.
- Roast cabbage for 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until tender and golden.
- While roasting, form ground beef into 4 patties. Season with remaining salt and pepper.
- Place each patty on top of a cabbage steak and return to oven.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Top with a slice of cheese, return to oven for 1 minute to melt.
- Add toppings of choice and serve hot.
Notes
- Use cheddar or pepper jack cheese for variation.
- Try ground turkey or plant-based patties for dietary preferences.
- Add garlic powder or chili flakes to patties for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
- For grilled version, cook cabbage steaks over medium heat for 5–7 minutes per side.
