Description
Cheesy baked cauliflower steaks are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional steak, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty meal while boosting their vegetable intake. These veggie-packed “steaks” feature a crispy exterior and a tender inside, topped with gooey melted cheese. Ideal for weekday dinners or impressing guests at special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove leaves from the cauliflower and slice into thick "steaks," about 1 inch wide.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of each steak; season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you prefer.
- Arrange the steaks on the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes until they start to soften.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheeses generously over each steak; return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak (140g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg