Description
Cauliflower steak brings Mediterranean flair to plant-based dining with its crispy exterior and rich, golden-brown crust. Herb-infused cheese and caramelized edges make this simple vegetable centerpiece a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium heads of cauliflower
Cheese:
- ½ cup (120 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese (vegan mozzarella for a vegan version)
Seasonings and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
Instructions
- Carefully remove outer green leaves from cauliflower, revealing the pristine white vegetable underneath.
- Position the cauliflower vertically and slice through the center, creating substantial medallion-like portions approximately three-quarters of an inch thick.
- Gently transfer the cauliflower slices onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they remain intact and have ample space between them.
- Craft a robust seasoning blend by whisking together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Meticulously brush the seasoning mixture across both surfaces of each cauliflower steak, guaranteeing comprehensive and uniform coverage.
- Slide the prepared baking sheet into a preheated oven set at 420°F, allowing the cauliflower to roast for fifteen minutes until edges begin to caramelize.
- Carefully extract the baking sheet and generously distribute shredded mozzarella cheese over each golden-edged cauliflower slice.
- Return the cheesy creation to the oven, allowing an additional five to ten minutes for the cheese to melt completely and transform into a bubbling golden blanket.
- Once the cheese reaches a molten, appetizing state and the cauliflower achieves a tender consistency, remove from the oven.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the steaks for a vibrant, herbaceous finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Packed with protein and low-carb goodness, these cauliflower steaks transform a humble vegetable into a mouthwatering main dish.
- Preparing these steaks requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum flavor through strategic seasoning and perfectly melted cheese.
- Professional chef tip: Choose firm, compact cauliflower heads with tight, creamy white florets for the most spectacular steak-like texture and appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg