Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Green Chutney Recipe
A delicious and nutritious recipe featuring roasted cabbage wedges seasoned with shawarma spices and served alongside a vibrant and fresh green chutney. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect as a side or light vegetarian main, highlighting the natural sweetness and crisp texture of cabbage roasted to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Roasted Cabbage Wedges
- 1 medium head green cabbage (or substitute red cabbage)
- 2-3 Tbsp avocado oil
- 2 Tbsp shawarma spice blend
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Green Chutney
- 1 batch Easy Green Chutney (ingredients not specified in this recipe)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Cabbage: Remove any wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, rinse it under cold water, and pat it dry thoroughly. Cut the cabbage in half through the stem, then cut each half in half again, resulting in four quarters. Next, cut the quarters into wedges approximately 2 inches thick at their thickest part, keeping the core intact so the wedge holds together.
- Season Cabbage: Arrange the cabbage wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the avocado oil over the wedges and rub it evenly to coat all sides. Sprinkle the shawarma spice blend, sea salt, and black pepper on each side, rubbing to ensure even seasoning throughout.
- Roast Cabbage: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the cabbage for 25 to 40 minutes. Flip the wedges halfway through cooking to promote even browning. Roast until the edges turn golden brown and crispy, and the centers are tender when pierced with a fork. For extra softness, continue roasting a bit longer but watch to prevent burning.
- Prepare Green Chutney: While the cabbage roasts, prepare the Easy Green Chutney as desired (recipe for chutney is separate).
- Serve: Once the cabbage wedges are done roasting, serve them warm alongside the green chutney or any sauce of your choice for a flavorful meal or side dish.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. This dish is not suitable for freezing.
Notes
- Keeping the core intact helps the cabbage wedges hold their shape during roasting.
- Adjust roasting time depending on your texture preference: shorter for crunchier cabbage, longer for softer and more tender wedges.
- Shawarma spice blend typically contains a mixture of cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, and other spices—feel free to customize or substitute with your favorite seasoning blend.
- Avocado oil is chosen for its high smoke point but olive oil can be used as a substitute if preferred.
- The green chutney adds brightness and freshness; if unavailable, serve with tahini, yogurt sauce, or your favorite dip.
- Not freezer-friendly due to texture changes upon thawing.
