Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cabbage Wedges (Printable)

Caramelized cabbage wedges with garlic oil and crispy Parmesan. Ready in 45 minutes. Vegetarian and gluten-free.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage (approximately 2 pounds), cut into 8 wedges with core intact

→ Garlic Oil

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Cheese & Seasonings

04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - Place cabbage wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
03 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil and minced garlic.
04 - Brush the garlic oil generously over the cut sides of each cabbage wedge.
05 - In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, smoked paprika if using, salt, and black pepper.
06 - Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the cabbage wedges.
07 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, turning the wedges halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy and centers are tender.
08 - Remove from oven and serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns an everyday ingredient into something that tastes indulgent and almost fancy without any complicated steps.
  • The crispy caramelized edges give you that roasted depth of flavor you crave, while the inside stays soft and naturally sweet.
  • You only need a handful of pantry staples and one sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
02 -
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through, one side will stay pale and soft while the other burns if you forget.
  • Cutting the wedges too thin makes them fall apart and lose that satisfying texture contrast between crispy edges and tender centers.
  • If your oven runs cool, bump the temperature up to 450 degrees or they'll steam instead of roast and you'll miss out on the caramelization.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to cut through the core cleanly, a dull blade will crush the layers and make the wedges fall apart.
  • For extra crispness, place the baking sheet on the lower oven rack during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  • If you want a vegan version, swap the Parmesan for nutritional yeast and add a pinch more salt to balance the flavor.
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