Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers (Easy Low-Carb Dinner Recipe)
Make oven-baked cabbage burgers with juicy patties and tender cabbage. Easy low-carb recipe perfect for a healthy, flavorful dinner!
Equipment
- Large pot for blanching cabbage
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish or casserole dish
- Foil cover
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/pork/plant-based alternative)
- 1 cup cooked rice or breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg (for binding)
- 2 cups tomato sauce or broth
- Salt, pepper, paprika to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Cabbage Leaves: Remove core, blanch leaves in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pliable. Drain and cool.
- Make Filling: Mix ground meat, rice or breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Wrap Burgers: Place filling in center of each cabbage leaf, fold sides over, and roll tightly.
- Arrange in Dish: Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Pour tomato sauce or broth over the top.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes. Remove foil for last 10 minutes to brown slightly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot with bread, rice, or salad.
Notes
- Blanch cabbage leaves before wrapping to prevent tearing.
- Don’t overstuff—smaller portions cook evenly.
- Tomato-based sauces add moisture and flavor.
- Freeze uncooked wrapped burgers for easy make-ahead meals.
- Reheat in oven for best texture; avoid microwaving.