Easy Air Fryer Parmesan Cabbage Wedges (WW Friendly)

Get ready to forever change your relationship with cabbage with our Easy Healthy Air Fryer Roasted Parmesan Cabbage Wedges. If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious cabbage dish that doesn’t involve boiling or steaming, this air fryer cabbage recipe is for you.

With just a few basic ingredients, simple seasonings, and your trusty air fryer, you can whip up tender flavorful cabbage wedges with crispy edges that are perfect as a WW friendly side dish or even a healthy snack. Say goodbye to boring cabbage and hello to a new favorite way to enjoy this flavorful nutritious veggie.

Calories and WeightWatchers Points

According to my calculations, each serving has about 89 calories. To see your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site, Click here!

Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions

• Cabbage – Either red or green cabbage will work.
• Olive oil – or any neutral flavored oil if you prefer.
• Grated Parmesan cheese – Any hard grating cheese such as Asiago or Romano could be substituted here. Grated cheddar would also be delicious.
• Garlic powder – I like roasted granulated garlic. A tasty alternative if you have it.
• Onion powder – Adds savory flavor.
• Salt & pepper – I use Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Use what you like.

How to Make Air Fryer Parmesan Roasted Cabbage Wedges

Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients.

Step 2: Use the Preheat function to heat the air fryer to 350F degrees. (The air fryer model I used was the Cosori TurboBlaze™ with the crisper plate.)

Step 3: Cut your cabbage in half lengthwise, and then cut each half into 4 wedges. By keeping the core intact, the wedges should hold together relatively well.

Step 4: In a small bowl (affiliate link), stir together the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

Step 5: Lightly spray, or brush, oil on all sides of cabbage wedges. Sprinkle the Parmesan-spice mixture over the wedges, gently pressing between the leaves and it into crevices, helping it stick.

Step 4: Place the wedges in the bottom of the air fryer basket on crisper plate and arrange in a single layer, spice-side up.

Press the Air Fry button and cook at 350F degrees for 20-25 minutes, until wedges are tender and lightly charred on the outside. Be sure to check after about 10 minutes, as cooking times for different air fryers may vary. (Depending on size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in batches. Buttons and cooking functions on your specific model may be different.)

Step 5: Add roasted cabbage wedges to a serving dish or divide evenly between 8 plates.

Step 6: Store any leftover cabbage in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe Notes, Substitutions & Variations

I really enjoyed this new way of preparing cabbage. I think the green cabbage wedges turned out a little more tender and sweeter than the red. Both were delicious! The red cabbage wedges had a more earthy taste with a bit more crunchy crispy texture. If you prefer more tender cabbage your cooking time may need to be increased. Next time I may experiment with other cruciferous vegetable, such as brussels sprouts, and alternative seasonings.

No Parmesan? Asiago or Pecorino Romano would be great substitutes. Nutritional yeast has a cheesy, nutty flavor and a texture similar to grated Parmesan. It’s a great way to keep this healthy veggie vegan friendly.

Other Seasonings? You can take this simple roast cabbage in lots of different directions. Smoked paprika, garlic powder & paprika, Italian seasoning, lemon pepper, cajun seasoning, curry powder, chili powder, soy sauce & sesame oil would all be delicious alternatives to the suggested herbs and spices.

Brighter? A drizzle of balsamic vinegar, splash of sherry vinegar or squeeze of fresh lemon juice atop your cooked cabbage pieces would be delicious way to kick this healthy vegetable side dish up a notch.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy these Parmesan Roasted Cabbage Wedges with a main dish of grilled sausage, burgers or chicken breasts. Anything from the grill would pair well as would salmon or pork chops.

Though I was a little too late for St. Patrick’s Day dinner this year, I think they would make delicious side dish alongside you favorite corned beef recipe.

How to Store Leftovers

Store any leftover cabbage in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

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Recipe source: EatingWell (affiliate link) Magazine Special Air Fryer Edition

How Do You Cut Cabbage Into Wedges?

To cut cabbage into wedges, follow these simple steps:

1. Remove Outer Leaves: Start by removing any damaged or wilted outer leaves from the head of cabbage. Peel off and discard these leaves until you reach the fresher, firmer leaves underneath.
2. Trim the Stem: Place the cabbage head on a cutting board (affiliate link) with the stem facing down. Use a sharp knife to slice off a thin layer from the bottom of the cabbage to create a flat surface. This will help stabilize the cabbage while you cut it into wedges.
3. Cut in Half: Use your knife to cut the cabbage head in half vertically, from top to bottom, through the center of the stem. You should now have two equal halves.
4. Cut Each Half into Quarters: Take one half of the cabbage and lay it flat on the cutting board (affiliate link), cut side down. With your knife, slice the half cabbage into two quarters by cutting straight down through the stem.
5. Trim the Cabbage Core: Check each cabbage quarter and, if necessary, use your knife to carefully cut out the tough core at the base of each wedge. Make a diagonal cut on each side of the core to remove it completely. Keep in mind that doing this may prevent your wedge from staying intact. 
6. Cut into Wedges: With each cabbage quarter still lying flat on the cutting board, slice it lengthwise into wedges. You can cut each quarter into two or three wedges, depending on the size of the cabbage and your preference. Aim for evenly sized wedges to ensure even cooking.
7. Repeat: Repeat the process with the other half of the cabbage until you have cut the entire head into wedges.

More Easy Healthy Cabbage Recipes For WeightWatchers

If you liked these air fryer Parmesan cabbage wedges be sure to check out:

• Oven Roasted Cabbage Wedges – a simple, delicious alternative to boiled or steamed cabbage you will love.
• Beer Braised Crock Pot Corned Beef – traditional corned beef and cabbage made in the slow cooker for extra ease.
• Easy Corned Beef Hash – a simple tasty way to use up leftover corned beef and cabbage.
• Braised Cabbage with Bacon and Craisins – Cozy comfort food made lighter and healthier for WW.