Description
Cauliflower steaks deliver a delightful dinner solution that brings hearty veggie goodness straight to your plate. Perfectly seasoned and baked until golden, these slices make weeknight meals simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower
Supporting Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Finishing Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 425F and position the rack in the center.
- Trim away all outer leaves from the cauliflower and slice it into 1-inch thick planks with a sharp knife.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil with 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder and paprika in a small mixing bowl.
- Generously coat both surfaces of each cauliflower steak with the seasoned oil mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese across the steaks if you want extra flavor and crunch.
- Arrange the seasoned cauliflower steaks on a parchment-lined baking sheet, keeping them flat and not overlapping.
- Roast the cauliflower for exactly 25-30 minutes, watching for golden edges and crispy exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and transfer immediately to serving plates while the steaks remain piping hot and crunchy.
Notes
- Cutting thick slices helps the cauliflower maintain structure and creates a satisfying steak-like texture.
- Using parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup super easy for your kitchen.
- Patting the cauliflower dry before seasoning ensures maximum crispiness and helps the spices adhere better.
- For a vegan version, skip the Parmesan and try nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor alternative that adds great depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg