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Grilled cabbage steaks with charred edges, black pepper, and roasted lemon slices on a turquoise plate. A bright summer cookout side dish with fresh lemon and lightly browned cabbage.

Healthy Grilled Cabbage Steaks with Fresh Lemon

Nesting Lane
Healthy Grilled Cabbage Steaks with Fresh Lemon are a quick healthy side dish made with cabbage, olive oil, butter, garlic, and lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

Grill
Sharp Knife
Cutting Board
Small Bowl
Pastry Brush
Tongs

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
  • Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut the cabbage into 4 thick rounds, about ¾ to 1 inch thick, keeping the core attached so the slices hold together.
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Brush both sides of the cabbage slices with the lemon mixture.
  • Place the cabbage steaks on the grill. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes on the first side, until grill marks form and the edges start to soften.
  • Carefully turn the cabbage. Place 1 lemon slice on each cabbage steak and cook 6 to 8 minutes more, until the cabbage is tender with some charred edges.
  • Transfer to plates. Spoon any remaining lemon butter mixture over the top before serving.

Notes

6 WW Smart Points

Tips and Tricks

Keep the core attached - The core helps the cabbage rounds stay together on the grill.
Watch the heat - Medium heat helps the cabbage soften without burning too fast.
Choose a firm cabbage head - A firm head is easier to slice into steaks and holds its shape better.
Cut even slices - Similar thickness helps the cabbage steaks cook at the same pace.

Storing and Reheating

Store in Refrigerator - Place leftover cabbage steaks in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheat on Grill Pan - Place the cabbage steaks on a grill pan over medium-low heat. Warm for 2 to 4 minutes per side.
Reheat in Oven - Place the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet. Warm at 350°F until heated through.
Reheat in Microwave - Place one serving on a microwave-safe plate. Heat in short intervals until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 355mgPotassium: 405mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 313IUVitamin C: 89mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1mg
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