Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Guilt-Free Dinner Delight

Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers are a low-carb, healthy alternative to traditional burgers that satisfy cravings without the guilt.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 burgers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Base

1 small head Cabbage Cut into thick slices
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For brushing on cabbage

For the Meat Mixture

1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey Choose your preferred meat
1 medium Onion Finely chopped
3 cloves Garlic Minced
1 teaspoon Salt To taste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce For flavor
1 large Egg Optional, for binding
1 cup Cheese Optional, for topping

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
parchment paper
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the cabbage into thick ½ inch rounds and brush both sides with olive oil.
Combine ground meat, onion, garlic, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
Shape the meat mixture into patties to place atop cabbage slices.
Bake the burgers for approximately 25 minutes, until the meat is cooked through.
If using cheese, sprinkle it on top and broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until melted.
Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, garnish if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Make sure to use thick cabbage slices for stability during cooking. Feel free to customize the meat mixture with your favorite spices.

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