Description
Roasted cabbage with yogurt sauce transforms a humble vegetable into a golden, caramelized delight. Paired with a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce and a hint of za’atar spice, this dish is perfect as a healthy side or a light main course.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Cabbage:
- 1 medium-sized cabbage (½ head)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon za’atar spice
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (optional, for drizzle)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
For the Yogurt Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegan Greek-style yogurt (or regular Greek yogurt)
- ½ tablespoon whole grain mustard
- Juice of ½ lemon (~1 tablespoon)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage
- Cut the cabbage in half, then slice one half into six evenly sized wedges.
- Leave part of the core intact for each wedge to help them hold their shape during roasting.
- Season the Cabbage
- Place the cabbage wedges on a lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, and za’atar spice.
- Brush the mixture generously on both sides of each wedge.
- Roast the Cabbage
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the cabbage for 40 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until the edges are crispy and golden brown.
- Make the Yogurt Sauce
- In a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt.
- Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning to taste with more lemon juice or salt if needed.
- Assemble the Dish
- Spread 1 tablespoon of yogurt sauce onto the base of a serving plate and create a swoosh with the back of a spoon.
- Arrange the roasted cabbage wedges over the yogurt sauce.
- Drizzle the remaining yogurt sauce over the wedges.
- Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley, an extra sprinkle of za’atar, and a drizzle of chili oil for added flavor.
- Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Notes
- Core intact: Keeping the core helps the wedges hold their shape during roasting.
- Za’atar alternative: Use sumac or a mix of dried thyme and sesame seeds if za’atar is unavailable.
- Chili oil: Optional but adds a spicy kick to balance the creamy yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean