Description
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks are a delightful and healthy main course that brings the rich, savory flavors of cauliflower to life. Perfect for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings, these steaks boast a meaty texture that absorbs spices beautifully. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch on the outside while remaining tender within, making them an ideal canvas for various sauces or sides. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking to enjoy a nutritious meal, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads cauliflower
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 500ºF (260ºC) and adjust the rack to the lower third position.
- Remove the green leaves from each cauliflower head and trim the stem. Cut each head in half lengthwise, then slice into 1½-inch thick steaks.
- Mix kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of each steak and sprinkle with the seasoning mixture.
- Place on a rimmed baking sheet covered tightly with foil. Bake for 5 minutes, then remove the foil and roast for an additional 10 minutes.
- Flip the steaks and roast until golden brown, about another 6-8 minutes.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg