Roasted Cauliflower Steaks (2024)

Easy cauliflower steak recipe seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Thick slices of this vegetable make for a hearty and satisfying plant-based meal.

Are you a fan of cauliflower? Try my low-carb recipes for risotto or mashed potatoes.

Oven-roasted cauliflower steaks are just the right solution for a satisfying plant-based entree or side. This meal is made with fresh vegetables and seasonings that you can easily find in any pantry. After learning how to make cauliflower rice multiple ways, I couldn’t wait to turn this humble vegetable into the star of the plate!

Cauliflower has been a favorite nutritious substitute for grains, especially for those looking for a low-carb alternative and those on the Paleo or Whole30 diet.If you’re looking for a meatless meal option or on a plant-based diet, this recipe isa greatchoice to switch up dinner time.

How to cut cauliflower steaks

It’s best to use a large chef’s knife to trim the outer leaves, level the bottom stem, and cut the steaks. Depending on how large the head of cauliflower is, it will yield between two to three, perhaps four pieces.

I prefer two large slices from each head versus four smaller ones so that you produce a more hearty steak. Save the leftover cauliflower florets to make cauliflower rice, risotto, or grits.

Oil helps to brown the surface

To prep, each steak gets drizzled with olive oil, which helps prevent the vegetable from sticking to the baking sheet. It also helps to create a more golden and crisp surface.

Add the seasoning

The neutral flavor of the cruciferous cauliflower infuses flavors effortlessly, and the pale cream-colored florets take on colors instantly. A seasoning blend of kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika adds savory notes and a beautiful hue.

This is where you can get creative! If you’d like, add some cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper for a spicy Latin twist, or curry powder, turmeric, and garam masala for an Indian-inspired steak.

How to roast cauliflower steaks

Thick slices cook on a baking sheet in a scorching oven, which allows them to be steamed and browned. Roasting ensures tender cooked cauliflower pieces with a golden crust for a delightful contrast in textures. The simple preparation allows creativity in flavors and sauces to serve with each steak.

There are two steps for cooking cauliflower steaks in the oven; steam first and then roast. Thisprocess all happens in one pan in a blazing hot 500-degree oven.

These veggie steaks are now ready to get roasted in a dry-heat environment of the oven. In about 15 minutes of cook time, the exterior becomes golden brown with crisp edges. It’s a beautiful contrast of textures and flavors!

Alternative methods

If you’re making just a few steaks at a time, you can cook them using the same method but in a large cast iron pan. Alternatively, the steaks can be cooked over medium-high heat in a skillet on both sides until fork tender.

I prefer the steam and then roast method, but feel free to try different ways and see what works best!

What to serve this with

• Barbecue sauce
• Chimichurri
• Pesto sauce
• Pico de gallo

I can’t wait to hear how you serve your steaks. Leave me a comment below so we can chat about more recipe ideas!