Crispy Cabbage Caesar Salad (Print)

Roasted cabbage wedges tossed in creamy, tangy dressing, topped with Parmesan and croutons for a satisfying crunch.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into 1-inch wedges
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Caesar Dressing

05 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
07 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Salad Assembly

14 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
15 - 1/2 cup croutons
16 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
17 - Chopped fresh parsley, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange cabbage wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - Roast cabbage for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the outer leaves are browned and crispy.
03 - Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Allow roasted cabbage to cool for 3 to 5 minutes, then cut or break into large bite-sized pieces.
05 - In a large bowl, toss the roasted cabbage with Caesar dressing until lightly coated.
06 - Top salad with shaved Parmesan, croutons, freshly ground black pepper, and parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch from roasted cabbage is wildly satisfying and feels indulgent when topped with that creamy dressing.
  • It’s an effortless crowd-pleaser, but no one ever expects cabbage to be the star at the table.
02 -
  • Don’t rush the roasting: undercooked cabbage will taste bland and limp instead of crunchy and caramelized.
  • I once overloaded the bowl with too much dressing—learning that less is more here keeps the cabbage’s edges snappy.
03 -
  • Letting the cabbage rest for a few minutes after roasting makes it easier to handle—and builds even better texture for tossing.
  • For a little more bite, grate an extra clove of raw garlic right into the finished salad.
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