Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks
An easy to make, low carb side dish that will deliver in big taste.
If you’re asking yourself why make these cauliflower steaks.. the answer is why not? They are quicker to slice up and easier to prep with the oil mixture. You only have to slice the head three times – make sure its in half first though. They will look adorable on your table or plate next to chicken or real steak lol.
So I had this cauliflower on death’s door and I needed a healthyish snack so this was born. I’m so glad I decided to try this version. They were crispy on the outside and perfectly spiced. I ate mine without cheese and it was amazing aka vegan version.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbs parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- optional: fresh parsley garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix the oil, grated parmesan, spices and salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the leaves from the bottom of your cauliflower and leave the stalk in place. Slice the cauliflower in half. Then slice those two pieces in half to create your 'steaks'. Transfer them to your baking sheet and brush all over (top, bottom and sides) with the mixture from step 2. Air fry or bake until the stalk is fork tender and golden brown, about 15 minutes for air fryer (flip half way through), 20 minutes for the oven. Remove from oven and sprinkle with the shredded cheese. Place back in the oven until melted.
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 451mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 1mg
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Easy to make and very tasty
Hi Myra! Thank you for the review!
Delicious!!!
Hi Debbie! Thanks and I’m glad you liked it!
Even following your recipes on TikTok.
Was excited to try making Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks. It was delicious!
Love your saying, and “love your life”.
Hi Susi Lee, Thank you so much! That message means a lot to me!
This cauliflower recipe was so delicious and super easy to make!! My family cannot stop talking about how yummy it was. Will make my cauliflower this way from now on.
Thank you for sharing!!
Hi Jennifer, That’s so awesome – it’s definitely a keeper!
Sounds delicious! Do you need to boil the cauliflower before you bake it, or literally just cut and bake?
no boiling needed here!
If I use my air fryer, do I still use parchment paper?
These were very tasty and I appreciate a new and simple way to prepare cauliflower! Always looking for good Keto recipes. thank you!
Made it for dinner tonight and it was delicious. I’d say to mix the Parmesan cheese and spices together first then add the oil. I made them in my air fryer and didn’t flip them.
Hi Mic! Perfect! Glad you liked the recipe!
Saw this recipe on Instagram and made it for dinner tonight. We loved it! Will make again.
Hi Risa, I love that! Thank you for the rating!
Always love cauliflower and broccoli and happy I found this recipe😍 I know this must be delicious. Can’t wait to cook it🥰
Hi Fira! Hope you enjoy the recipe! I always do!
WOW! Speechless these were SOOOOOOOOO GOOD!!!!!!
That’s great to read! And thank you for trying the recipe!!
Which spices?
The best, it was soooo goooood
Hi Maria! LOVE to read that – happy you liked them!
This is delicious, your instructions baked them to perfection. We are also thinking of other toppings to use on cauliflower “steaks”, we love it! Thank you!
Hi Jill! Thank you! Definitely recommend a little pizza cauliflower steak action!
Made this tonight over whole wheat pasta… sprinkled over a handful chopped basil and toasted pine nuts. Delicious. Thank you.
Hi Kerriann, MMMMMM that sounds amazing! Glad you enjoyed the dish!
I came across your recipe few days back and ever since then was looking forward for the opportunity and finally here I go with it today.
Wishing me great tasty,yummylicious cauliflower bake.
Hi Simiona! I hope you had so much yummy delicious cauliflower!!!!