Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, these oven-baked cabbage burgers are ready in just 20 minutes. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect cabbage burgers every time. The warm, cozy aroma will fill your kitchen and make your family beg for more. Try them with my Crispy Dill Pickle Chicken Wings for a complete dinner. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Dill Pickle Chicken Wings Recipe for Dinner and Dirty Martini Pasta Salad (Easy recipe Summer Side).
Why This Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy exterior with a tender interior
- Healthier alternative to traditional burgers
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout taste at home
What You'll Need for Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 medium head cabbage
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: Lettuce
- Optional: Tomato
- Optional: Onion
- Optional: Pickles
- Optional: Ketchup
- Optional: Mustard
- Optional: Mayonnaise
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground turkey: You can substitute with ground beef or chicken if preferred.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Saves time and effort in shredding the cabbage → See on Amazon
- Baking sheet — Evenly cooks the burgers for perfect results → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
- Prepare the cabbage: Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Shred the cabbage using a food processor or a sharp knife.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the patties: Using your hands, form the mixture into 8-10 burger patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake the burgers: Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the burgers are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason these burgers fail is using too much cabbage. Stick to the exact measurements to avoid watery burgers. To prevent this, make sure to squeeze excess moisture from the shredded cabbage before mixing.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy burgers, chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
- Pro tip: To make these burgers in the air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the patties for 10-12 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Storing & Reheating Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can form the patties up to a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
Freeze cooked burgers for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat leftover burgers in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat leftover burgers in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a lower-carb option, use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Form the patties up to a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the burgers are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs to the mixture. If the burgers are too dry, add a little bit of water or egg to the mixture.
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Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head cabbage
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Seasonings
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Onion
- Pickles
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage: Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Shred the cabbage using a food processor or a sharp knife.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the patties: Using your hands, form the mixture into 8-10 burger patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake the burgers: Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the burgers are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a lower-carb option, use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Form the patties up to a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the burgers are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs to the mixture. If the burgers are too dry, add a little bit of water or egg to the mixture.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked burgers for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat leftover burgers in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat leftover burgers in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can form the patties up to a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can form the patties up to a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake. However, I don't recommend freezing the formed patties as they can become soggy.
The most common reason for dry cabbage burgers is overcooking. Make sure to keep an eye on the burgers and remove them from the oven as soon as they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Yes, you can make these cabbage burgers in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the patties for 10-12 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
The best way to reheat leftover cabbage burgers is in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. You can also reheat them in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Yes, you can substitute the ground turkey with a plant-based ground meat alternative or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian version of these cabbage burgers.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers for a Quick Healthy Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
