Description
Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks are a delicious and easy vegetarian dish featuring thick slices of cauliflower roasted to tender perfection and topped with melted cheese. Perfect as a savory side or a light main, these cauliflower steaks are seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then baked to a golden finish with gooey cheese on top for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Steaks
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (your choice, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the cauliflower steaks evenly.
- Slice the Cauliflower: Remove the leaves and trim the stem of the cauliflower. Carefully slice the cauliflower into thick ‘steaks’ about 1-inch thick so they hold together during roasting.
- Season the Steaks: Brush each cauliflower steak generously with olive oil on both sides, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Roast: Arrange the cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the steaks are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of each cauliflower steak, then return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy cauliflower steaks warm as a satisfying side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can use any cheese you prefer, such as cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, or a cheese blend.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some garlic powder or smoked paprika on the steaks before roasting.
- To make it vegan, substitute cheese with vegan cheese or nutritional yeast.
- Cauliflower steaks are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
