Craving a flavorful, plant-based meal?
These roasted Cauliflower Steaks are seasoned to perfection and paired with a delicious tahini sauce.
A simple and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- Olive oil spray
- 1 tsp sea salt, divided
- 1 tsp paprika, divided
- 1 tsp za’atar, divided
Tahini sauce
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with olive oil.
Step 2: Wash cauliflower, trim the bottom, but keep the core. Slice into ¾-inch steaks, roasting any florets that fall apart.
Step 3: Lay the steaks and florets on the baking sheet. Spray tops with olive oil and sprinkle with half the seasonings.
Step 4: Bake for 15 minutes, then remove and carefully turn the steaks. Spray with oil and add remaining spices.
Step 5: Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until browned and tender.
Step 6: For the tahini sauce, mash garlic with salt, then whisk in tahini, lemon juice, and water until thick.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How thick should I slice the cauliflower steaks?
Slice them about ¾-inch thick for the best results.
2. What can I do with the leftover florets?
Roast them alongside the steaks! They make a perfect side dish.
3. Can I make the tahini sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce a day in advance and store it in the fridge.
4. How do I keep the cauliflower steaks from falling apart?
Keeping the core intact when slicing helps hold the steaks together.
5. Can I use other seasonings for the cauliflower?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with your favorite spices like cumin or chili powder.
Cauliflower Steaks
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- Olive oil spray
- 1 tsp sea salt divided
- 1 tsp paprika divided
- 1 tsp za’atar divided
Tahini sauce:
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with olive oil.
- Wash cauliflower, trim the bottom, but keep the core. Slice into ¾-inch steaks, roasting any florets that fall apart.
- Lay the steaks and florets on the baking sheet. Spray tops with olive oil and sprinkle with half the seasonings.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then remove and carefully turn the steaks. Spray with oil and add remaining spices.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until browned and tender.
- For the tahini sauce, mash garlic with salt, then whisk in tahini, lemon juice, and water until thick.
