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Cauliflower steaks served on a plate with a lemon slice.
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5 from 27 votes

Cauliflower Steak

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these cauliflower steaks are seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and spices, then roasted or grilled and served with a squeeze of lemon.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main, Side
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Freezer friendly: 3 Months
Shelf life: 3-4 Days
Servings: 6
Author: Samira

Ingredients

  • 1.6 lb cauliflower 2 small
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 0.3 oz garlic 3 cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 lemon optional for serving
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF/200ºC. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • To clean it well, soak the whole cauliflower head in a bowl of salt water (or vinegar water) for about 15 minutes. Rinse it and pat it dry.
  • Use a long, sharp knife to slice the cauliflower into even pieces. Trim the stem slightly to help the cauliflower head stand steady on your chopping board.
    You can slice them as thin as ¾ inch or as thick as 1 ½ inches, but thicker slices will take longer to cook.
  • In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and paprika. Whisk well.
  • Use a silicone brush and liberally brush both sides of all the cauliflower slices with the seasoning mix.
  • Oven method: Place cauliflower slices on a parchment-lined tray and bake at 400ºF/200ºC for 25 minutes, flipping halfway. Once tender and golden, squeeze with lemon juice and enjoy!
  • Grill method: Preheat the grill to medium heat (350-375ºF/176-190ºC). Grill cauliflower steaks for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender with a smoky char. Drizzle with lemon juice and enjoy!

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Notes

Storage: To make ahead, slice the cauliflower and prepare the seasoning, storing them separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Leftover cooked steaks can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months in a Ziplock bag. To reheat, warm them in the oven, air fryer, or a stovetop grill pan for the best texture.
Check the blog post for serving ideas!

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg