Description
Fall head over heels with this Marry Me Melting Cabbage—an irresistible blend of roasted cabbage wedges nestled in a creamy sun-dried tomato and garlic sauce, kissed with parmesan and a hint of spice. It’s a melt-in-your-mouth vegetarian dish perfect as a comforting main or show-stopping side. Whether you’re looking for a cozy weeknight dinner, a unique veggie idea, or a dish that will wow your guests, this easy recipe checks all the boxes. Delicious, elegant, and surprisingly simple—this one’s a keeper.
Ingredients
1 medium head green cabbage
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and slice cabbage into thick wedges, keeping the core intact.
2. In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter and sear cabbage on both cut sides until golden. Remove and set aside.
3. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Cook until fragrant.
4. Pour in broth and cream, stirring to combine.
5. Nestle cabbage wedges into the sauce, spoon sauce over the top.
6. Roast uncovered for 35–40 minutes until cabbage is tender and sauce has thickened.
7. Sprinkle with parmesan and parsley. Serve warm with extra sauce.
Notes
For extra depth, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before roasting.
This dish reheats beautifully with a bit of cream or broth added to refresh the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: marry me cabbage, easy vegetable side, roasted cabbage, creamy cabbage recipe