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Healthy Recipes using Grilled Cabbage

Grilled Cabbage Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce

Thick slices of cabbage are grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, making for a flavorful and healthy dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut the cabbage into 1-inch thick steaks and brush both sides with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the cabbage steaks for about 5-7 minutes on each side until charred and tender. Meanwhile, mix chimichurri ingredients in a bowl.
  4. Serve the grilled cabbage steaks topped with chimichurri sauce.

Spicy Grilled Cabbage Wedges with Tahini Dressing

Cabbage wedges are grilled with a spicy rub and drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing for a delightful and nutritious side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Water to thin
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne, and salt. Brush the mixture onto the cabbage wedges.
  3. Grill the wedges for 6-8 minutes on each side until tender and slightly charred.
  4. In another bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth. Serve the grilled wedges drizzled with tahini dressing.

Grilled Cabbage and Quinoa Salad

A nutritious salad featuring grilled cabbage, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, dressed in a light vinaigrette for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into quarters
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the cabbage quarters for 8-10 minutes until charred and tender, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine grilled cabbage, quinoa, bell pepper, and cucumber.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the salad and toss to combine.

Mediterranean Grilled Cabbage with Feta

Grilled cabbage is topped with crumbled feta cheese, olives, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into thick slices
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush cabbage slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until tender and slightly charred.
  4. Top the grilled cabbage with feta, olives, and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Grilled Cabbage Tacos with Avocado Crema

These unique tacos feature grilled cabbage as the main filling, complemented by a creamy avocado sauce for a healthy twist on taco night.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into strips
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the cabbage strips for about 5-6 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  3. In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
  4. Assemble tacos by placing grilled cabbage in tortillas, topping with avocado crema, and garnishing with cilantro.

Grilled Cabbage and Chickpea Bowl

A hearty bowl filled with grilled cabbage, roasted chickpeas, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper, then roast them on a grill-safe pan for about 10 minutes.
  3. Grill cabbage wedges for 6-8 minutes until tender.
  4. In a bowl, combine grilled cabbage, roasted chickpeas, and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Grilled Cabbage Slaw with Ginger-Lime Dressing

A refreshing slaw made with grilled cabbage and a zesty ginger-lime dressing, perfect as a side dish or topping for sandwiches.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the shredded cabbage for 3-5 minutes until slightly charred.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, ginger, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine grilled cabbage with the dressing and toss well before serving.

Grilled Cabbage and Apple Salad

A delightful salad that combines the smoky flavor of grilled cabbage with sweet apples and a tangy vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush cabbage wedges with olive oil and season with salt and pepper before grilling for 6-8 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, combine grilled cabbage, apple slices, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss gently and serve as a refreshing salad.

Grilled Cabbage with Miso Glaze

Cabbage wedges are grilled and brushed with a savory miso glaze, creating a delicious umami flavor that’s both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix miso paste, maple syrup, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to create the glaze.
  3. Brush the glaze onto the cabbage wedges and grill for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Grilled Cabbage and Lentil Soup

A hearty soup featuring grilled cabbage and lentils, simmered in a flavorful broth for a warm and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cabbage, chopped
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the chopped cabbage for 5-7 minutes until charred.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and carrots until soft.
  3. Add lentils, vegetable broth, and grilled cabbage to the pot, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. Season with salt and pepper before serving.