GRILLED CABBAGE ON THE BBQ – SMOKY PAPRIKA & PURE MAPLE SYRUP MAKE THIS RECIPE SIZZLE
Eating healthy on a budget does not mean you have to sacrifice big, bold and satisfying flavours. In fact, one of the most exciting culinary trends of the season costs just a few dollars. Yes, the humble cabbage is undergoing an incredible gourmet transformation on the backyard BBQ. A generous dusting of smoky paprika pairs flawlessly with the natural caramelization of pure maple syrup. Each bite offers a perfect balance of smoky warmth, sweet glaze and tender, charred crunch. Long live the grill!
Did You Know?
Versatile cabbage is an affordable, low calorie nutrition dynamo containing fibre and vitamins K and C. Whether red, white, savoy or Napa, cabbage keeps well for weeks and tastes great raw or cooked. It is best to store a head of cabbage, unrinsed in the vegetable crisper of your refrigerator. If wrapped in plastic, a cabbage can stay fresh for up to 2 months this way. Did you know that a dash of smoked paprika does far more than just mimic the flavor of an open-fire grill? This deep-red pantry staple—scientifically known as Capsicum annuum—is actually a nutritional powerhouse. Just a pinch or two delivers a massive dose of Vitamin A to boost your immune system. Even better, it contains natural anti-inflammatory compounds that can help soothe aching joints and protect your heart.
INGREDIENTS (4 Servings)
- 1 medium cabbage (2lb / 900 g)
- 1 ½ Tablespoons (22 ml) olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) freshly ground black pepper
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INSTRUCTIONS
- Cut cabbage into 1-inch (2.5 cm) steaks.
- Whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Brush generously on both sides of each cabbage steak.
- Grill over medium heat on the BBQ for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Brush with any remaining marinade during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Remove the cabbage steaks from the BBQ when the edges are caramelized and slightly crispy.
- Serve with grilled chicken, fish, black bean burgers or your favourite anything.
ENJOY!
PER SERVING: |Calories: 121 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 3.3 g | Fat: 5.2 g |Fibre: 6.2 g | Sodium: 300 mg |
 Joanne Nijhuis, MSc is a consulting, media and culinary nutritionist in Simcoe Grey Bruce on a mission to entertain and educate through her love of food. In addition to recipe development and writing for several publications, Joanne is currently working on her first cookbook. For more information, email Joanne at jo.knows.nutrition@outlook.com.