Roasted Cabbage Caesar with Sourdough Croutons
Roasted Cabbage Caesar with Sourdough Croutons is a flavorful twist on the classic Caesar salad. This dish features tender, caramelized cabbage complemented by crispy, golden sourdough croutons, all drizzled with creamy Caesar dressing and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a stand-alone meal or a stunning side, it’s both visually appealing and incredibly satisfying. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this recipe will elevate your salad game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (approx. 2 lbs)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups stale sourdough bread, cubed
- ½ cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut cabbage into wedges and place on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, toss sourdough cubes with remaining olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on another baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- Assemble by drizzling roasted cabbage with Caesar dressing, topping with Parmesan cheese and croutons. Finish with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg