Melted Cabbage with Garlic, Parmesan, and Herb Butter Recipe
Melted Cabbage is a simple and flavorful side dish featuring thick wedges of green cabbage roasted until tender and caramelized. Brushed with a savory garlic butter and olive oil mixture, then topped with melted Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this dish offers a comforting and delicious way to enjoy cabbage with a rich umami twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium green cabbage, cut into thick wedges
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the garlic butter mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
- Arrange the cabbage wedges: Place the thick-cut cabbage wedges flat side down on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave space between each wedge for even roasting.
- Brush with garlic butter: Generously brush each cabbage wedge on all sides with the prepared garlic butter mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Roast the cabbage: Roast the cabbage in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Flip the wedges halfway through to achieve an even golden-brown color and caramelization on both sides.
- Add Parmesan cheese: Remove the roasted cabbage from the oven and immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top so it melts slightly from the residual heat.
- Garnish and serve: Finally, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the cabbage wedges for a pop of color and freshness, then serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- To make this dish vegetarian, ensure your Parmesan cheese is free from animal rennet or substitute with a vegetarian cheese alternative.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the cabbage into thick wedges for better texture retention during roasting.
- Leftover melted cabbage can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
Keywords: roasted cabbage, melted cabbage, garlic butter cabbage, parmesan cabbage side dish, easy vegetable side
