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If you have never been thrilled by boiled green cabbage, roasting it may change your mind completely.
Instead of turning soft and soggy, cabbage becomes tender, browned, and lightly crisp when roasted in a hot oven. It’s one of those simple transformations that makes a familiar vegetable feel brand new.
I’ve long been a fan of roasted vegetables, but I hadn’t thought to roast cabbage until I came across a recipe years ago in Vegetable Heaven by Mollie Katzen. Since then, roasted cabbage has become increasingly popular—and for good reason. It’s easy, inexpensive, healthy, and surprisingly delicious.
Why I Love Roasted Cabbage
- It turns an overlooked vegetable into something craveable
- Crispy edges with tender centers—no fuss required
- Naturally low in calories and WW Points
- Uses just a few basic ingredients
- Works as a side dish with everything from chicken to fish to hearty soups
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Green cabbage – A standard green cabbage works best here. Savoy cabbage can also be used for a slightly softer texture.
- Olive oil – Just enough to help the cabbage brown and crisp. Brushing or lightly spraying keeps it WW-friendly.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper – Simple seasoning is all this really needs.
How Many Calories and WW Points in Roasted Cabbage Wedges?
According to my calculations, each serving has about:
- Calories: 50
- WW Points: 1
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) - Old WW Points: 1 PointsPlus
How to Make Roasted Cabbage Wedges
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet (affiliate link) with foil and coat lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cut the cabbage into 1-½-inch thick wedges, trimming away the core.
- Arrange the wedges on the prepared baking sheet (affiliate link). Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Roast, turning once, until the edges are browned and crisp and the cabbage is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
Tip: Try to keep the wedges intact, but if some leaves separate while roasting, that’s perfectly fine — those pieces often get extra crispy.
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Roasted Cabbage Wedges
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and coat with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cut the cabbage into 1-1/2-inch thick wedges, removing the core.
- Brush the wedges with olive oil and place on prepared baking sheet. Try to keep the pieces from falling apart, but if they do start to separate a bit it’s fine).
- Sprinkle the cabbage with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
- Roast, turning once, until crispy and browned, 30 to 40 minutes.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 1 SmartPoints (Green plan) 1 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 1 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 1 PointsPlus (Old plan) The only points come from the olive oil so brush lightly or spray with a Misto.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe Source: Mollie Katzen’s Vegetable Heaven: Over 200 Recipes for Uncommon Soups, Tasty Bites, Side Dishes, and Too Many Desserts (affiliate link)
More Weight Watchers Friendly Cabbage Recipes
If you liked this WW-Friendly Roast Cabbage recipe you might also like:
- Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage – A classic, lightened up and easy to make.
- Leftover Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup – A great way to stretch leftovers into another meal.
- Shredded Cabbage Soup – Simple, filling, and perfect for meal prep.
- Slow Cooker Bean and Cabbage Soup – Cozy and budget-friendly.
- Weight Watchers Apple Slaw – Crisp, fresh, and lightly sweet.
- Easy Low Fat Asian Slaw with Pineapple – Bright flavors with minimal effort.
I love the efforts you have put in this, thank you for all the great blog posts.
So, my only excuse is that I am exhausted.
My last comment was supposed to be linked to a pic of the cabbage I made tonight. Instead, I linked the Squash chips fried in olive oil.
This mommy brain moment brought to you by insufficient sleep, and the letters S & D (For sleep deprivation)! HAHAHA!! But, the food was delicious!
The correct pic is linked to THIS comment *laugh*
Made this tonight. It was fantastic!
Gorgeous!