Ingredients
- Cauliflower: 1 large head – sliced into thick steaks
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons – for roasting
- Garlic: 2 cloves – finely minced
- Lemon: 1 – juice for brightness
- Fresh Parsley: 1 cup – key ingredient in chimichurri
- Red Wine Vinegar: 2 tablespoons – for tanginess
- Oregano: 1 tablespoon – adds depth
- Chili Flakes: 1/2 teaspoon – for a bit of spice
- Salt and Pepper: to taste – essential for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and lemon juice.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place a parchment-lined baking sheet on the counter. Slice the cauliflower into thick steaks and arrange them on the sheet. Brush both sides with the olive oil mixture.
- Assemble the Dish: Set the cauliflower in the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Cook to Perfection: While the cauliflower is roasting, make the chimichurri. In a blender or food processor, combine parsley, vinegar, chili flakes, oregano, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Finishing Touches: Once the cauliflower steaks are roasted, remove them from the oven and drizzle generously with the chimichurri sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cauliflower steaks immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, roast the cauliflower with smoked paprika.
- Chimichurri can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a smokier flavor, try grilling the cauliflower steaks instead of roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Argentine, Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cauliflower steak, chimichurri, vegan, plant-based, roasted cauliflower