1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Remove outer leaves from the cabbage, rinse, and cut it in half through the core.

3. Slice each half into thick wedges about 1 to 1½ inches thick.

4. Arrange cabbage pieces evenly on the baking sheet without overcrowding.

5. In a bowl mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

6. Drizzle the garlic seasoning mixture over the cabbage and coat evenly.

7. Sprinkle parmesan cheese if using.

8. Roast cabbage for 20 minutes until it begins to soften and brown.

9. Flip the cabbage pieces and roast another 10–15 minutes until edges become golden and slightly crispy.

10. Remove from oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and optional honey or maple syrup.

11. Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and toasted pine nuts before serving.