Description
A simple and impressive vegan recipe featuring thick cauliflower steaks roasted with smoky spices to achieve a crispy texture and rich flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds / 900g)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45ml)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (about 8g) – optional
Instructions
- Remove green leaves and trim the stem of the cauliflower so it sits flat.
- Slice the cauliflower into ¾-inch (2 cm) thick steaks, yielding about 3-4 steaks plus loose florets.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and fragrant.
- Gently toss each cauliflower steak in the spice blend, coating both sides evenly.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the coated steaks on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Roast for 10-12 minutes, then carefully flip the steaks using a spatula or tongs.
- Roast for another 10-13 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy and centers are tender.
- Remove from oven, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately for best crispiness.
Notes
Flip the cauliflower steaks halfway through roasting to ensure crispy edges on both sides. Pat dry the cauliflower steaks before seasoning to remove moisture. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Reheat leftovers in a hot oven or toaster oven to restore crispiness. Frozen cauliflower is not recommended for this recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Vegan, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: vegan, roasted cauliflower, smoky, crispy, plant-based, gluten-free, healthy, easy recipe