Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Steaks, where tender cauliflower meets a melty cheese topping, creating a gourmet dish that’s both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking to reduce meat intake, these customizable steaks are easy to make and are sure to impress at any meal. Whether as a main or side dish, they deliver flavor without compromise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove leaves from the cauliflower head and slice it into 1-inch thick steaks; you should get about 3 steaks.
- Place the cauliflower steaks on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until edges are slightly browned.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle cheese evenly over each steak, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, serve hot, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg