Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers (Low-Carb, Keto & Comfort Food Approved)

🍔 Say goodbye to the bun and hello to juicy, low-carb perfection! These oven-baked cabbage burgers combine seasoned ground beef patties, caramelized cabbage steaks, melty cheese, and savory toppings into one crave-worthy, keto-friendly dinner. 💚

The cabbage transforms into a golden, tender "bun" with crispy edges that perfectly hugs each beefy, cheesy layer. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or just love a fresh spin on burger night, this one-pan meal delivers bold flavor and wholesome nourishment. 🌿🔥

Why This Works:

🥬 Cabbage – Loaded with fiber and antioxidants, low in carbs, and supports digestion & heart health.
🥩 Ground Beef – Packed with protein, healthy fats, iron & B vitamins for strength and satiety.
🧄 Garlic – Boosts immunity and reduces inflammation.
🌿 Green Onions – Antioxidant-rich and add a fresh, savory flavor.
🧀 Cheese – Delivers satisfying fats and irresistible meltiness.
🍅 Sugar-Free Ketchup – Classic taste without the added sugar.

Serves: 4 🍽️
Prep Time: 15 minutes ⏱️
Cook Time: 25 minutes 🔥
Total Time: 40 minutes 🕒

Ingredients:
🥬 1 head of green cabbage
🥩 1 pound ground beef
🧄 1 tsp grated garlic
🌿 ½ cup chopped green onions
🧀 ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, provolone, or gouda)
🍅 ½ cup sugar-free ketchup
🧂 ½ tsp salt
🧂 ½ tsp black pepper
🌶️ ½ tsp red chili flakes
🫒 Olive oil spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Slice cabbage into 4 thick steaks and place on an oiled, rimmed baking sheet.

3. Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast for 10 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, mix beef with garlic, green onions, chili flakes, half the cheese, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties.

5. Remove the cabbage from the oven. Top each steak with ketchup and a sprinkle of cheese.

6. Place a beef patty on each steak and top with remaining cheese.

7. Bake for 10–12 more minutes until beef is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.

8. Serve warm with a side salad or roasted veggies. 🍔✨

These low-carb cabbage burgers are everything you love about burger night, minus the bun and the blood sugar spike. Ideal for meal prep, keto plans, and clean comfort food cravings.

Nutrition (per serving, approx.):
Calories: 385 | Protein: 27g | Fat: 28g | Carbs: 9g | Fiber: 3g | Net Carbs: 6g