Name: Keto Roasted Lemony Cabbage
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 medium green cabbage; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 3 tablespoon lemon juice; salt and pepper (to taste); 1/2 medium lemon (sliced to garnish)

This Keto Roasted Lemony Cabbage is a total game-changer for anyone who thinks cabbage is just for coleslaw or slow-cooking. When you roast these wedges at a high temperature, the natural sugars in the cabbage caramelize, creating irresistible crispy, charred edges while the center remains tender and buttery. The addition of fresh lemon juice provides a bright, zesty contrast that elevates the earthy sweetness of the vegetable, making it a sophisticated yet simple side dish that pairs perfectly with roasted chicken or grilled steak. It is a fantastic way to add volume and fiber to your plate while keeping your net carbs low and your palate satisfied.

If you want to switch things up, you can easily adapt this recipe to fit your pantry or flavor preferences. While green cabbage is the classic choice for its mild flavor, red cabbage works beautifully and adds a vibrant pop of color to your meal, though it may require a few extra minutes in the oven to soften. For a bit of an extra kick, feel free to sprinkle on some red pepper flakes or garlic powder before roasting. If you prefer a richer, more indulgent finish, you can substitute the olive oil with melted butter or even top the finished wedges with a dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a salty, savory boost that complements the lemon perfectly.

Leftovers of this dish are quite versatile and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. To maintain that signature roasted texture, it is best to reheat the wedges in a 350-degree oven or an air fryer for a few minutes until they are warmed through and the edges crisp up again, as microwaving can make the leaves a bit too soft. While you can freeze roasted cabbage for up to three months, keep in mind that the texture will become much softer upon thawing, making it better suited for stirring into a keto-friendly soup or stir-fry later on. For the best experience, enjoy these wedges hot and fresh right out of the oven with an extra squeeze of lemon to wake up all those delicious flavors.

Yields 4 servings of Keto Roasted Lemony Cabbage

The Preparation

1 medium green cabbage
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 medium lemon, sliced to garnish

The Execution

1. Gather ingredients and preheat oven to 450F. Use nonstick spray or olive oil to coat your roasting pan.

Green cabbage, fresh lemons, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper laid out for roasting

2. Slice the cabbage into 8 wedges, cutting through the core and the stem.

Eight green cabbage wedges arranged on a parchment-lined baking sheet

3. Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice together. Brush this all over the cabbage, then season each wedge with salt and pepper.

Olive oil and lemon juice whisked together in a small round bowl

4. Turn the wedges over and repeat with the second side.

Cabbage wedges brushed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper on a baking sheet

5. Roast the cabbage for about 15 minutes, then carefully flip the wedges over.

Roasted cabbage wedges with browned caramelized edges and lemon slices on a sheet pan

6. Roast the opposite side for another 15 minutes. Serve hot with the lemon wedges.

Deeply caramelized roasted cabbage wedges with charred edges and a lemon slice on parchment

This makes a total of 4 servings of Keto Roasted Lemony Cabbage. Each serving comes out to be 121 calories, 6.9g fats, 8.7g net carbs, and 3.1g protein.

NUTRITION	CALORIES	FAT	CARBS	FIBER	NET CARBS	PROTEIN
1 medium green cabbage	227	0.5	52.7	22.7	30	11.5
2 tablespoon olive oil	239	27	0	0	0	0
3 tablespoon lemon juice	8	0.1	2.6	0.3	2.2	0.2
— salt and pepper	0	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 medium lemon	12	0.1	3.9	1.2	2.7	0.5
Totals	486	27.7	59.1	24.2	34.9	12.2
Per Serving (/4)	121	6.9	14.8	6.1	8.7	3.1