Description
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Steaks are a delicious and nutritious plant-based alternative to traditional meat steaks. These thick slices of cauliflower are seasoned with a blend of spices, then baked until they achieve a perfect golden-brown crust. Ideal for any occasion—from family dinners to gatherings with friends—these flavorful steaks can stand alone as a main dish or serve as a hearty side. With a satisfying crunch on the outside and tender inside, they are sure to impress even the most devoted carnivores.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Large Head of Cauliflower
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove any outer leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem.
- Slice the cauliflower into two thick 'steaks' about 1-inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush both sides of each cauliflower steak with the seasoning mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender-crisp.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg