Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers: A Healthy Twist on Tradition

Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers offer a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional burgers with cabbage as the bun.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 burgers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Burger Filling

1 pound Ground Beef Choose lean beef for a healthier option
1 cup Cheddar Cheese Or pepper jack for a spicy kick
1 large Egg Acts as a binder; substitute with breadcrumbs if preferred
Spices Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne to taste

For the Cabbage Buns

1 head Cabbage Fresh is best, but thawed frozen works if needed

For the Toppings

leaf Lettuce Adds a refreshing crunch
1 Tomato Juicy slices provide extra flavor
2 slices Pickles Tangy addition
1 Avocado For a creamy twist

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
mixing bowl

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the cabbage into thick wedges, about ½ inch thick, and lay them on the baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, chopped cabbage, and spices. Mix gently.
Shape the mixture into burger patties and place them on top of the cabbage slices.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until beef is cooked through and cheese is melted.
Let the burgers rest for 5 minutes before serving with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 27gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and monitor cooking time closely to avoid dryness.

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