Perfectly Roasted Red Cabbage

Name: Perfectly Roasted Red Cabbage Pieces
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 head red cabbage (sliced into 1/2-inch thick cubes or slices); 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon roasted veggie seasoning

Recipe

Roasted cabbage pieces make an addictively yummy side that's incredibly simple to prepare and yields delicious bits of savory and tender cabbage with crisped edges.

It's true, cabbage is an easy veggie to overlook but once you give these roasted red cabbage pieces a try, you'll be penciling this recipe in as a usual side dish for weeknight dinners.

roasted red cabbage pieces in a baking sheet

Roasted Cabbage Recipe

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Since roasted cabbage quarters are always a hit in my house, roasted red cabbage pieces were the next logical step. Yes, we usually recognize cabbage as a boiled and bland dish we had to eat for New Year, but not with this recipe.

The oven’s heat extracts the natural sugars, which caramelize, giving the veggie a savory-sweet flavor while the texture turns tender with crispy edges.

Red or Green Cabbage

I make this recipe with red/purple cabbage, but you can also use green/white cabbage, whichever you call them. They all roast the same, so you can replicate this recipe with your favorite.

How to Roast Red Cabbage

Chop or slice.
Using a sharp knife, roughly chop or slice the cabbage into ½-inch thick pieces. Be sure not to cut the cabbage too small or it risks drying out in the oven.
Season and toss.
Add the cabbage to a lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and your choice of seasonings (many tasty ideas below!).
Roast.
Bake at 400F for 25 minutes or until cooked through. You'll know the cabbage is done once it's fork-tender and the edges of each piece are lightly browned.

Proteins You Can Roast With Red Cabbage

Since certain cuts of chicken can take longer than 25 minutes to cook through, you can either place them on a separate baking sheet OR remove the cooked vegetables from the baking sheet around the 25-minute mark, then return the chicken to the oven to finish cooking.

Protein	Cook Time
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs	25 mins or internal temp 165F.
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts	35 mins or internal temp 175F
Salmon fillets	10-12 mins or internal temp 145F
Smoked chicken sausage	25 mins

salmon with roasted red cabbage and rice

Laura’s Favorite Ways to Customize This Recipe

Can I roast other veggies at the same time?

Yes! You can season these vegetables as you would red cabbage, and they finish at the same time: cauliflower florets, sliced bell peppers, cubed butternut squash, cubed sweet potatoes, baby red or golden potatoes (halved).

Seasonings for roasted red cabbage

Creole seasoning + salt: for a little kick, but not a whole lot of spicy, Creole seasoning is where it’s at!
Italian seasoning + salt: it’s fragrant, flavorful, and goes with any roasted veggie or protein.
Garlic powder + salt + pepper: the most basic pantry staples that bring the most flavor.
Curry powder + salt: warm curry spice on roasted vegetables is a must!
Roasted Vegetable Seasoning: it’s the perfect blend of garlic powder, spice, and herbs!
Sriracha Seasoning Blend: for all my sweet, spicy lovers out there, this seasoning is THE ONE.
Chinese 5 Spice Powder + salt: a traditional Chinese seasoning blend of star anise, fennel, peppercorn, cloves, and ground cinnamon.
Ranch seasoning: salty, slightly tangy with hints of chive and dill. You can’t pass this one up!

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

Place leftover roasted red cabbage in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. When you’re ready to eat, place the desired amount of cabbage in a microwave-safe dish and microwave it for 1-2 minutes or until heated through and tender.

How to Serve Roasted Red Cabbage

Most often, I serve it as a side dish with roasted chicken or salmon and rice. It’s also a terrific side for baked sheet pan sausage & peppers or to add it on top of this fall roasted vegetable salad.

Don’t want to fire up the oven? No problem! Try making sautéed cabbage instead. yum!

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Perfectly Roasted Red Cabbage Pieces

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Roasted cabbage pieces make an addictively yummy side that's incredibly simple to prepare and yields delicious bits of savory and tender cabbage with crisped edges.

5 from 21 votes

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Ingredients

1 head red cabbage, sliced into ½-inch thick cubes or slices
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon roasted veggie seasoning

Instructions

Prep the oven:

Preheat oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

Chop the cabbage:

With a 10″ chef's knife, roughly chop or slice the cabbage into ½-inch thick pieces. Be sure not to cut the cabbage too small or it could dry out. I've found ½-inch thick slices or 'cubes' roast to perfection within 25 minutes.

Season:

Add the cabbage to the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and seasonings. Toss to combine and spread the cabbage out in an even layer onto the baking sheet.