No groaning here! This is a wonderful dish that is not only delicious, but healthy as well. 

Cabbage is a vegetable known for it’s many health benefits; most importantly, its powerful antioxidant qualities, which boost skin health. Eating cabbage can help reduce the fundamental causes of premature aging (need I say more?).  It also contains high levels of glutamine, which is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. So if you eat cabbage, it can reduce the effects of inflammation, joint pain and many kinds of irritants. It is also good for eye health and weight loss.

Have I convinced you yet?

It is also a very powerful brain food that helps boost mental function and concentration.

That said, this recipe is as fast and easy as it is delicious. The eight simple ingredients combine to make a wonderful side that can accompany any main dish. Just make sure that when you roast the cabbage, you get that rich brown caramelization to ensure a sweet, nutty flavor. My feature picture includes that beautiful browning process that may not look so appetizing, but is so important in the flavor of this dish.

Just try this fabulous roasted cabbage. You won’t be sorry. 

This recipe will serve 4-6 happy, healthy cabbage lovers!

Ingredients for Roasted Cabbage and Onions

2 tbsp. olive oil
1 head green cabbage, sliced
1 onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
4 tbsp. butter or margarine , melted

Preheat oven to 450.

Slice the cabbage and place in medium bowl.

Add 2 tbsp. olive oil, 4 tbsp. butter or margarine, onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, zest and juice of 1 lemon.

Mix thoroughly.

Place on baking sheet in a single layer.

Bake in oven for 15 minutes, stir and bake another 15 minutes, until the cabbage begins to turn brown.

Serve hot.

It’s that simple!