Parmesan Cabbage: Crispy, Cheesy Roasted Cabbage Steaks You’ll Love
This Parmesan Cabbage recipe features thick roasted cabbage steaks brushed with seasoned olive oil, topped with crispy Parmesan cheese, savory pancetta, and fresh parsley. It’s an easy, flavorful side dish or light dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 large green cabbage
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
10 ounces pancetta, diced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash the cabbage and remove any damaged outer leaves.
3. Slice the cabbage into 1½-inch thick steaks, keeping the core intact.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, garlic salt, and paprika.
5. Arrange the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet and brush one side generously with the seasoned olive oil mixture.
6. Roast for 20 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
7. While the cabbage roasts, cook the pancetta in a skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
8. Remove the cabbage from the oven and season with sea salt and black pepper if desired.
9. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over each cabbage steak.
10. Broil for 1–2 minutes until the Parmesan melts and turns golden brown.
11. Top with the crispy pancetta and chopped fresh parsley.
12. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
Keep the cabbage core intact to help the steaks hold together.
For a vegetarian version, simply omit the pancetta.
Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the crispiest texture.