Grilled Cauliflower Steaks

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These grilled cauliflower steaks are beautifully caramelized with a flavorful smoky taste, and the presentation is lovely — a delicious change from the norm! I like my cauliflower a little on the firm side, so add a few extra minutes if you like it softer.

Submitted by France C
Updated on March 13, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 pinch ground black pepper

  • 2 large heads cauliflower

  • 2 tablespoons minced cilantro (Optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  2. Whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, smoked paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, and black pepper together in a bowl; set aside.

  3. Remove the tough bottom leaves from each cauliflower, taking care not to remove the stem. Place the cauliflower heads onto a cutting board with the stem side facing upwards; cut vertically on both sides of the stem to remove the loose florets. Cut each cauliflower vertically through the stem into 2 even "steaks", 1 to 1 ½  inches thick; remove any remaining small leaves from each steak. Place cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet.

  4. Brush one side of each steak with some of the oil mixture. Place steaks on the preheated grill, oiled-side down; grill for 5 minutes. Brush more oil mixture on top of steaks and gently flip over; grill until golden brown and slightly charred, 5 to 7 minutes more. Drizzle with any remaining oil and remove to a plate. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Recipe Tip

You can grill the extra cauliflower florets in a grill basket alongside the steaks, or you can refrigerate them for another use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

240 Calories
14g Fat
28g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 240
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 713mg 31%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 12g 44%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 217mg 241%
Calcium 116mg 9%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 1345mg 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.