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Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil.
Prepare the Cabbage
Place the shredded cabbage in a large bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 5–10 minutes. Then squeeze out as much water as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Mix the Ingredients
Add the grated onion garlic carrot eggs flour feta herbs and spices to the cabbage. Mix well until a sticky mixture forms. If it’s too wet add a little more flour.
Form Patties
Shape the mixture into 6 burger-sized patties. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes flipping once halfway through until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Serve
Serve warm with tzatziki inside a pita or over a salad.
Tips for Success
Moisture is the enemy Be sure to squeeze the cabbage well or the patties may fall apart.
Make it vegan Swap the eggs for flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water per egg) and skip the feta.
Crispier texture For extra crunch brush or spray patties with olive oil before baking.
Meal prep friendly These burgers store well in the fridge for 4–5 days and freeze beautifully.
Common Questions (Q&A)
Q: Can I pan-fry these instead of baking?
A: Absolutely! Use a nonstick pan with a little oil over medium heat and cook 4–5 minutes per side.
Q: Can I use red cabbage?
A: Yes but it will change the color and may be slightly tougher—make sure to soften it well before mixing.
Q: What can I serve these with?
A: Great with tzatziki hummus roasted veggies or in a wrap with lettuce and tomatoes.
Q: Are these gluten-free?
A: Yes as long as you use gluten-free flour like chickpea or oat flour.
Nutrition Information (Per Patty – Approximate)
Calories: 130
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Note Nutritional values vary based on ingredients used.
Conclusion
These Mediterranean Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers are everything you want in a healthy veggie-forward meal—easy to make rich in flavor and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re vegetarian gluten-free or just looking to eat more vegetables this recipe has you covered. Try them once and they might just become your go-to plant-based burger!
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