Here’s a full, simple low-carb recipe for what you described:
🥬 Baked Butter Cabbage Slices (Low-Carb & Filling)
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage
- 4–6 tbsp butter (softened or melted)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional, for flavor & color)
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (optional, helps crisp edges)
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven
Set your oven to 200°C (400°F). - Prepare cabbage
- Remove outer leaves.
- Slice cabbage into thick rounds (about 1–1.5 inches thick).
- Place slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Make butter blend
Mix together:- Butter
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Chili flakes (if using)
- Coat the cabbage
- Spoon or brush the butter mixture generously over each cabbage slice.
- Let some drip between layers so it soaks in.
- Bake
- Bake for 25–35 minutes.
- Flip carefully halfway through for even browning.
- Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for crispy edges.
- Finish & serve
- Sprinkle fresh herbs on top.
- Serve hot as a main dish or side.
🍽️ What it tastes like
Soft, slightly caramelized cabbage with rich buttery garlic flavor and crispy edges—comfort food but still low-carb and light.
If you want, I can also:
- turn this into a cheesy version
- add chicken or beef for a full protein meal

