Description

Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks are a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish perfect as a main course or a side. Thick slices of cauliflower are seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then oven-baked until tender and topped with melted shredded cheddar cheese for a rich, comforting flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is easy to prepare and makes a great low-calorie, gluten-free meal option.

Ingredients

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Cauliflower Steaks

1 medium head Cauliflower
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Toppings

1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped, optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough for roasting the cauliflower steaks evenly.
Prepare Cauliflower: Remove the leaves from the cauliflower head and carefully slice it into 1-inch thick steaks, taking care to keep the slices intact for even cooking.
Season Steaks: Drizzle the cauliflower steaks with olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over both sides to enhance the flavors.
Bake Steaks: Arrange the seasoned cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake them for 20 minutes until they start to soften and brown at the edges.
Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over each cauliflower steak. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish the cheesy cauliflower steaks with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm as a satisfying vegetarian main or side dish.

Notes

To slice the cauliflower into steaks, cut through the stem to keep the slices intact; smaller pieces can be roasted alongside if the cauliflower does not slice evenly.
Use a sharp knife to ensure clean cuts for better presentation.
You can substitute cheddar cheese with a vegan cheese alternative to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
For extra flavor, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes or add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Leftover cauliflower steaks can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.