Roasted Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Name: Roasted Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 700 g medium cauliflower head; 30 ml olive oil (for cauliflower); null to taste salt; null to taste freshly ground black pepper; 30 g fresh parsley, chopped; 5 g fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tsp dried); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 30 ml red wine vinegar; 2 g red chili flakes (optional); 60 ml extra virgin olive oil (for chimichurri)

Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

This roasted cauliflower steak with chimichurri sauce is a fantastic, flavorful, and healthy alternative to traditional meat dishes. The cauliflower roasts beautifully in the oven, becoming crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the vibrant chimichurri sauce with its fresh, garlicky, and slightly spicy notes perfectly complements it. It's an ideal choice for a light lunch or dinner and is guaranteed to impress even meat lovers.

Steps

Prepare Cauliflower

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan-assisted). Remove the outer leaves and stem from the cauliflower, then cut 2-3 thick slices, about 2-2.5 cm (1 inch) thick, ensuring the core holds them together. You can roast any leftover florets too. Place the cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.

Roast Cauliflower

Roast the cauliflower steaks in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and tender. Flip them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning on both sides.

Make Chimichurri

While the cauliflower roasts, prepare the chimichurri sauce. In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped parsley, oregano, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil, stirring constantly, until you have a well-combined but still chunky sauce. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Serve

Remove the roasted cauliflower steaks from the oven and serve immediately, generously topped with the fresh chimichurri sauce. You can serve it with rice, quinoa, or a simple green salad as a side.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	180 kcal	450 kcal
Protein	5g	12.5g
Fat	14g	35g
Carbohydrate	10g	25g
Fiber	4g	10g
Sugar	3g	7.5g

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Roasted Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Difficulty

Time

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ingredients

Steps

Prepare Cauliflower

Roast Cauliflower

Make Chimichurri

Serve

Extra Tips

► The thickness of the cauliflower steaks is key: try to cut them about 2-2.5 cm thick so they cook evenly and don't fall apart.

► Don't be afraid to experiment with the chimichurri seasoning! Add a pinch of smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.

► Leftover chimichurri sauce is excellent with grilled vegetables, meats, or even spread on toast.

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