Cauliflower Steak

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower (large, leaves trimmed, stem kept intact)
• 0.5 cup Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 2 teaspoons Paprika (regular sweet paprika; smoked paprika can be used for extra flavor)
• 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder (or 2 cloves fresh minced garlic)
• 1 pinch Salt (to taste)
• 1 pinch Black Pepper (freshly ground if possible)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the cauliflower.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Trim Leaves

   Remove the outer leaves of the cauliflower head, being careful to keep the central stem intact so the florets stay together.

   Time: PT5M

3. Slice Steaks

   Place the cauliflower on its side and cut into 1 to 1.5‑inch thick slices (steaks). You should get 2‑3 good steaks from a large head; the remaining florets can be roasted separately if desired.

   Time: PT5M

4. Make Marinade

   In a mixing bowl combine ½ cup olive oil, 2 tsp paprika, 2 tsp garlic powder, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper. Whisk until the mixture is uniform and turns a bright red color.

   Time: PT3M

5. Arrange and Drizzle

   Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the cauliflower steaks on the sheet and drizzle each steak with about 1 tablespoon of the olive‑oil mixture. Use the back of a spoon to spread the glaze evenly over the surface.

   Time: PT4M

6. First Roast

   Place the sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Flip and Re‑glaze

   Remove the sheet, using a spatula or tongs, gently flip each steak. Drizzle the remaining glaze over the newly exposed side and smooth it with the back of the spoon. Handle the steaks carefully as they may break slightly.

   Time: PT3M

8. Second Roast

   Return the sheet to the oven and roast the second side for another 10 minutes, until the edges are golden and the interior is tender.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

9. Garnish and Serve

   Remove the steaks from the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

290

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

28 g

Fiber

6 g