Cabbage Lasagna
& why I love keeping cabbage in my fridge
You guys know I’ve been talking about cabbage all over my Instagram stories. It’s the perfect thing to keep in your fridge because it lasts for so long.
Cabbage lasts up to two weeks in the fridge
Great substitute for lettuce when greens wilt
Anti-inflammatory and versatile
Works for salads, warm dishes, and swaps like noodles
Budget-friendly and low waste The fridge staple that lasts
INGREDIENTS
Base
1 head green cabbage (you’ll use outer leaves)
Olive oil
Meat Layer
~1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
1/2 white or brown onion, chopped
Spicy salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Dried oregano
Red chili flakes
Sauce + Cheese
Simple tomato sauce (about 2 cups)
Shredded mozzarella (regular or vegan)
Vegan parmesan (optional, for inside layers)
COOK TIME
Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 30 minutes
Rest: 10 minutes
Total: ~60 minutes
STEPS
Boil cabbage leaves
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Cut cabbage into quarters and peel off outer leaves.
Drop leaves into boiling water for about 1–2 minutes until soft and flexible.
Remove and set aside.
Make meat mixture
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high.
Add ground beef and chopped onion.
Season with spicy salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and chili flakes.
Cook until just browned and broken into small pieces (about 3–5 minutes).
Preheat oven
Preheat to 400°F.
Assemble lasagna
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on bottom of baking dish.
Add layer of cabbage leaves.
Add meat mixture.
Add mozzarella and a little sauce.
Repeat layers (about 4 layers total).
Finish with sauce and mozzarella on top.
Finish + bake
Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
Sprinkle spicy salt and black pepper on top.
Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Rest + serve
Let cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

































