Category: Side Dishes & Salads

Swiss Vegetable Medley

It’s time for an easy side dish. Something I can make quick but still enjoy. Veggies. Cheese. Creamy sauce. Oh, and crunchy French fried onions. This Swiss vegetable medley cooks up in no time and is quite tasty. It’s also easy to change up for your tastes. Skip the French fried onions and use French’s crispy jalapenos instead (Have you tried them? They are fantastic!). Swiss not your thing? Pepper jack cheese is a great kicked-up alternative

Swiss Vegetable Medley

Cold Night Perfection

I think this may be my wife’s favorite side dish for a cold night. I have to agree, this Swiss vegetable medley is mighty darned good! There’s lots of goodness in every bite!

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Also try my slow cooker green bean casserole.

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Swiss Vegetable Medley

This Swiss vegetable medley cooks up in no time and is quite tasty. It’s also easy to change up for your tastes. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword casserole, vegetable
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 7
Calories 123kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Place vegetables in a large bowl.
  • Add the soup, all but 1/4 cup of the cheese, all of the sour cream, and all but 1/4 cup of the fried onions. Stir to combine.
  • Spray a 9″ x 9″ baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Pour the vegetable mixture into the dish and spread out evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle top of casserole with remaining 1/4 cup of cheese and onions and bake another 5 minutes.

Notes

Substitute fried jalapeno slices for the French onions for a slightly spicy version.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fried Goat Cheese Croutons

I set out to make a great side salad for last night’s dinner. Nothing too complicated, though. A mix of greens, of course. Topped with sliced roasted beets (a favorite in our house!). Next, I needed croutons. Oh, but not the ‘usual’ croutons. Not dried crunchy bread croutons. Nope. Cheese croutons. Glorious fried goat cheese croutons, to be exact! Oh, what wonderful little bites these are. Decadent. Delicious. Dangerous.

Fried Goat Cheese Croutons

The Perfect Crouton

I wouldn’t make these fried goat cheese croutons every day, but I could. They’re very tempting. The only way I kept from eating more of them was to convince myself that by being ‘good’ I could have them again tomorrow.

If I’m cooking for a crowd, I’ll break out my big deep fryer. But, if it’s just the two of us, I’ll fire up my Fry Daddy fryer. It’s the perfect size for both of us. It fries everything perfectly. And as an added bonus, it doesn’t use a lot of oil, which saves me money.

I get out my big deep fryer when it’s time to fry a large batch of food. It comes to temperature quickly and it maintains that temperature perfectly. It has a built-in oil filter and storage unit so I can re-use the oil several times.

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Also try my copycat of Ruby Tuesday’s croutons, my favorite thing on their salad bar.

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Fried Goat Cheese Croutons

 I needed croutons. Oh, but not the ‘usual’ croutons. Not dried crunchy bread croutons. Nope. Cheese croutons.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cheese, croutons
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 croutons
Calories 67kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • To make them a bit easier to slice, place the goat cheese logs into the freezer for 30 minutes. Then slice into 1/2″ thick slices.
  • Heat 1″ of oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 375 F.
  • Place flour in a small bowl or pie pan.
  • Place beaten eggs into another small bowl or pie pan.
  • Place breadcrumbs in another small bowl or pie pan.
  • Working in batches, dip the cheese slices into the flour.
  • Shake off the excess then dip them into the eggs.
  • Finally, roll the cheese in the breadcrumbs.
  • Add to hot oil and fry 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once.
  • Remove to a paper-towel lined plate to cool and drain.

Notes

Also great in tomato soup!

Nutrition

Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fire-Eater Green Beans

I don’t even know where to start. I guess I’ll just start with ‘these Fire-eater green beans are absolutely incredible’. They are not mild, wimpy, beans. They have kick. Lots of kick. They have creamy cheese goodness. And smoky, crispy bacon. These beans are serious about flavor. And heat. If you’re making a batch of them (and this recipe does make a big batch so you’ll need two baking dishes) you might want to warn those that don’t like a little kick in their beans. They’re just flat-out good.

Fire-Eater Green Beans

This Is Not Grandma’s Bean Casserole

If you want to amp these Fire-Eater green beans up even further, substitute Mexican-style Velveeta for regular. You could actually leave out the cheese and still have really great beans, but the cheese takes these beans to bean paradise. I’ve never run across cheese in a baked green bean dish before. I wish I had.

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Also try my grilled sausage with potatoes and green bean.

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Fire-Eater Green Beans

I don’t even know where to start. I guess I’ll just start with ‘these Fire-eater green beans are absolutely incredible’. They are not mild, wimpy, beans. They have kick. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword green beans, spicy
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 249kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Cooking Channel

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • In a very large bowl, combine the green beans, bacon, seasoning, jalapenos, onions and the soup.
  • Spray 2 9″ x 13″ baking dishes with non-stick spray.
  • Divide the beans between the two pans and bake for 1 1/2 hours or until the onions are tender. Remove from the oven.
  • Divide cheese cubes between the two pans. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes, letting the cheese melt.
  • Mix and serve.

Notes

Use Mexican blend Velveeta for a lightly spicy twist.

Nutrition

Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 852mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 461IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fire-Eater Campfire Beans

Who doesn’t love a big pot of beans? Even on a hot summer day, give me some spicy beans and cornbread and I’m set. These fire-eater campfire beans combine a simple, straight-forward bean recipe with the kick from Steven Raichlen’s fire-eater rub. I started out using the rub just on chicken (and mainly chicken wings, for a seriously good hot wing!), but now I find myself using it in a lot of dishes.

Fire-Eater Campfire Beans

Add Meat And Call It Dinner

If you have a few spare chunks of smoked pulled pork or brisket, toss them in the pot with these Fire-Eater Campfire beans. They’ll add even more great smoky flavor, plus also a nice texture. Heck, it’s a meal-in-a-bowl! I’ve also enjoyed a big bowl of these beans with a grilled hot dog, sliced, thrown in. Smoked sausage is great too. It makes for a great quick lunch!

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make these beans and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Also try my super-easy doctored baked beans!

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Fire-Eater Campfire Beans

These fire-eater campfire beans combine a simple, straight-forward bean recipe with a nice kick.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword beans, spicy
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 267kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Check beans for any rocks or bad beans. Rinse well.
  • Transfer beans to a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches.
  • Add the ham hock and cover.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and simmer for 2 hours. Add more water as needed.
  • Add the garlic, peppers, and onion.
  • Cover again and cook another hour or two. The beans should be starting to soften.
  • Add the rub.
  • Cover and cook another 20-30 minutes or until the beans are tender. The liquid should be nice and thick.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

Best served with cornbread.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 984mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 621IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cajun-Style Smothered Cabbage

In just a short time, my wife and I have gone from rarely eating cabbage to having it on a regular basis. Sure, it’s great in slaws, but also great cold and fresh with a dip such as hummus or ranch salad dressing. Or roasted in the oven. Or grilled on cedar planks. And also, smothered and cooked in Cajun-style flavors.

This Cajun-style smothered cabbage comes out tender, with just a little crunchy bite to it. And great flavors. The cabbage soaks up the chicken broth flavors along with a nice hit from spicy Cajun seasoning. I added a few chopped bell peppers for a little crunch and some needed color. This is one of those side dishes that tastes and looks like you spent more time on it than you did.

Cajun-Style Smothered Cabbage

Better With Peppers, But Great Without!

This Cajun-style smothered cabbage is absolutely perfect without the peppers, so if you don’t have any, don’t fret. But I’d get some if I were you. They do add a wonderful flavor, texture, and some color!

In a pinch you can add jarred pimento peppers. Just drain them real well first. You might want two jars worth. Or just one. Up to you. Roasted red bell peppers (the kind you get in a jar) are great in this also. Again, just make sure you drain them real well first. I’d add at least 1/2 cup’s worth of the jarred stuff. I’d chop them roughly first.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this cabbage dish and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Also try my Cajun mashed potatoes and my crazy-good bacon-smothered cabbage.

Cajun-Style Smothered Cabbage
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Cajun-Style Smothered Cabbage

This Cajun-style smothered cabbage comes out tender, with just a little bite to it. And great flavors. The cabbage soaks up the chicken broth flavors along with a nice hit from spicy Cajun seasoning. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cabbage, Cajun
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 59kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the Mar/April 2016 issue of Louisiana Kitchen & Culture

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • Add the onion and peppers and cook until starting to soften, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the cabbage and sprinkle with half of the Cajun seasoning. Turn and season other side.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the broth and cover.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Add more broth, checking every 5 minutes. Cook until the cabbage is tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Notes

You might want to use more seasoning if your head of cabbage is particularly large!

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 349mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1045IU | Vitamin C: 68mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Tomato Soup

I make what I think is a mighty fine spicy tomato soup. Lately, I’ve been concentrating more on using roasted tomatoes in my dishes, so I decided to give this roasted tomato soup a try. It definitely came out chock full of great roasted tomato flavor. Just perfect. A little herb-y, and a little creamy. And a lot tomato-y.

Roasted Tomato Soup

Time Well Spent

The tomatoes took about an hour to roast. They came out looking and smelling absolutely fantastic. If it would’ve been a nicer day out I would’ve tossed them on my Weber grill, but the weather just wasn’t cooperating. Either way, they made this roasted tomato soup fantastic.

Roasted Tomatoes

Perfect Tomato Flavor

What a fantastically tomato-y soup!

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this soup and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Also try my delicious roasted chicken noodle soup.

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Roasted Tomato Soup

Lately, I’ve been concentrating more on using roasted tomatoes in my dishes, so I decided to give this roasted tomato soup a try. It definitely came out chock full of great roasted tomato flavor. Just perfect.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword soup, tomato
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 223kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Tiffani Thiessen

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a Silpat,
  • Place the tomatoes cut-side up in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Drizzle the tomatoes with 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, sugar, and thyme.
  • Roast the tomatoes until they are wrinkled and soft, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool until cool enough to handle. Remove skins.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and a pinch of salt, stir, and cook until starting to soften.
  • Add the garlic, stir, and cook another minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, vegetable stock, bay leaf and the basil. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Add the cream.
  • Using an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you do not have an immersion blender you can transfer the soup to a blender, but let it cool first or it will explode in the blender. You have been warned!
  • Serve warm garnished with chives and croutons if desired.

Notes

Use fully-ripened tomatoes for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 781mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3076IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Palta Rellena

It seems like a hundred years since I lived in Lima, Peru. And although some of the memories of my years there have faded, my memories of the food have not. One of my favorites was (and is) palta rellena. Avocados stuffed with anything from ceviche to ham to tuna salad. I found this great variation on the classic over on Peru Delights, a wonderful site dedicated to all foods Peruvian. The avocado is smashed into a creamy guacamole, then topped with a mixture of shrimp, onion, tomato, and olives mixed with fresh lime juice. Drizzled with a fantastic sauce of aji amarillo, mayo and ketchup.

Palta Rellena

Aji Amarillo For That Authentic Flavor

Aji amarillo has a fantastic fruity, spicy flavor. Not too hot, but not totally tame either. If you can’t find it just add a few squirts of Sriracha hot sauce instead. But for authentic palta rellena it’s worth going out of your way to get aji amarillo.

Looking for a delicious Peruvian-inspired snack? Try my Andean popcorn.

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Palta Rellena

Avocado is smashed into a creamy guacamole, then topped with a mixture of shrimp, onion, tomato, and olives mixed with fresh lime juice. Drizzled with a fantastic sauce of aji amarillo, mayo and ketchup.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword avocado, Peruvian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 242kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Peru Delights

Equipment

Ingredients

For the guacamole

For the salad

For the drizzle

For the garnish

  • parsley chopped

Instructions

For the guacamole

  • Mash together the avocado and salt, pepper and lemon juice.
  • Spoon mixture onto plates, or into a small metal ring (I used a large round cookie cutter) and mash down to the bottom.
  • Make a slight indentation into the middle for the salad.

For the salad

  • Combine the shrimp, tomato, onion and olives.
  • Season and add lemon juice to taste.
  • Spoon onto avocado mixture.

For the drizzle

  • Whisk together all ingredients and drizzle over the salads.
  • Serve garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Spiralized Radish Salad

It’s not like you have to have a spiralizer to make pretty salads, but it sure does help. And it’s fast and easy. This spiralized radish salad took only minutes to make. It tastes very much like a slaw, with a great radish crunch and a perfect citrus vinaigrette. Radishes hold up really great over time, unless traditional salads or slaws that start to look a little bit ‘sad’ after a day or too. And the radishes keep their crunchiness day after day, and that’s a big win too!

Spiralized Radish Salad

Spiral Radishes? Yes!

This was my first time spiralizing radishes. I was afraid it wasn’t going to work, but they came out perfectly. First, you have to start with big radishes. No wimpy long thin ones. Second, you need to make a shallow cut down each radish. If you don’t you’ll end up with one really long radish spiral that goes on and on and on. Then, just cut off the ends, insert into your spiralizer, and get to turning!

Make extra spiral radishes and keep them in your refrigerator. They make for excellent snacks and they’re much healthier than most things you’d find in a bag!

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For a slight variation on this salad, try my spiralized radish salad version 2.0.

Spiralized Radish Salad
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Spiralized Radish Salad

It’s not like you have to have a spiralizer to make pretty salads, but it sure does help. And it’s fast and easy. This spiralized radish salad took only minutes to make. It tastes very much like a slaw, with a great radish crunch and a perfect citrus vinaigrette.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword radishes, salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 -6 servings
Calories 37kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Laa Loosh

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 pound radishes the larger, the better, spiralized (make a thin slice down the sides of the radishes first so that you don't get one long spiral radish) or sliced thin
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • ½ medium red onion minced
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Whisk together the orange and lime juices, olive oil and sugar in a large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Notes

Toss to coat before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 321mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Delicious Egg Salad

I fire-roasted a batch of eggs on my Char-Broil Big Easy the other day. Why? Well, first to see if I could, and second, to make a delicious egg salad for sandwiches for the week’s lunches. Of course you can use regular old stove-top boiled eggs just as well. Or microwaved. Well, I’m not sure about that. I’ve never microwaved eggs.

Delicious Egg Salad

Easiest Lunch Ever

Just like chicken salad, this delicious egg salad is so easy to put together and the result is so good. Nothing makes for a better, quick lunch. You can have it as a side or just put it on toasted bread for a great sandwich.

Oh, and don’t be afraid to add a pinch or two of cayenne to your salad. A bit of a kick is a good thing.

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Delicious Egg Salad

Just like chicken salad, this delicious egg salad is so easy to put together and the result is so good. Nothing makes for a better, quick lunch.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword eggs, salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 213kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the chopped eggs into a medium bowl.
  • Gently fold in the mayonnaise, mustard and green onion.
  • Season with salt, pepper and paprika and stir gently.
  • Serve on bread or crackers.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 226mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 377IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Onion Cajun Sauce

We have long loved roasted Brussels sprouts. Roasted sprouts are fantastic (as opposed to the boiled sprouts I hated as a kid). When I saw this idea for roasted cabbage wedges with onion Cajun sauce I immediately added it to my to-do list.

Brussels sprouts are often referred to as mini-cabbages. So using the same approach to roast cabbage as sprouts should be great, right? Yes! Yes! It’s fantastic! Absolutely great! Top them with an easy-to-make (you just whisk a few ingredients together!) mustardy sauce and they are truly fantastic!

Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Onion Cajun Sauce

A Different Way To Make Cabbage

No matter how you do it, you’ll love these roasted cabbage wedges with onion Cajun sauce. I like to cut the cabbage into 1/2″ – 3/4″ thick slices. A consistent thickness means that the pieces cook evenly all the way across. Versus if you cut them into wedges, where the thicker end won’t be as tender as the thinner one. That’s personal preference, and either way is fine. One advantage to cutting them into wedges is that they do have a different texture from one end to the other. Kinda of mixes things up.

Make sure you grip the cabbage tight as you slice it, though, or it’ll fall apart!

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Also try my slow cooker stuffed cabbage rolls.

Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Onion Cajun Sauce
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Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Onion Cajun Sauce

Brussels sprouts are often referred to as mini-cabbages, so using the same approach to roast cabbage as sprouts should be great, right? Yes! Yes! It’s fantastic! Absolutely great! Top them with an easy-to-make mustardy sauce and they are truly great!
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cabbage, Cajun, onion
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 112kcal
Author Based on a recipe from An Oregon Cottage

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • Place cabbage slices on a baking sheet with a Silpat mat or sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Brush cabbage with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place in oven and roast 20 minutes or until slightly softened and lightly charred.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by melting the butter in a small saucepan.
  • Whisk in the remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove roasted cabbage slices from the oven and serve drizzled with the sauce.

Notes

The sauce is great on hot dogs, too.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 384IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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