**Cauliflower Steaks with Avocado-Herb Sauce: A Plant-Based Delight**
Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our tantalizing cauliflower steaks, masterfully crafted to deliver a symphony of taste and texture. This plant-based masterpiece is not only a feast for the senses but also a nutritious extravaganza, catering to various dietary preferences. Alongside the succulent cauliflower steaks, discover a medley of delectable recipes that will elevate your culinary repertoire. Embark on a journey of flavors, from the creamy Avocado-Herb Sauce that complements the cauliflower perfectly to the vibrant Roasted Carrot and Parsnip Medley that adds a pop of color and sweetness. Dive into the tangy Lemon-Tahini Dressing that invigorates the Quinoa Salad, providing a refreshing contrast to the hearty grains. Prepare to be enthralled by the symphony of flavors and textures that await you in this collection of recipes, designed to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body.
CAULIFLOWER STEAKS
Fire up the grill and make savory grilled cauliflower steaks marinated in a fabulous oil-free marinade with grilled vegetables and chimichurri sauce.
Provided by Kathy Carmichael
Categories Entrees
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk all ingredients into a 9 X 13-inch pan
- Cut cauliflower steaks and lay them flat in the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate
- Flip cauliflower steaks over to marinate the opposite sides.
- Mix marinade ingredients
- Cut the red onion into large equal chunks.
- Clean and remove stems from mushrooms.
- Leave tomatoes whole
- Combine in an airtight container with marinade.
- Soak skewer sticks in water for hours before cooking vegetables.
- When ready to grill, separate vegetables into individual skewers.
- Follow the direction for chimichurri sauce on the attached link.
- Pre-heat grill to 400 degrees.
- Remove cauliflower steaks from marinade.
- Place steaks on the hot grill.
- Cook for 15 minutes, rotating every 7 or so minutes.
- Use a grill press on each cauliflower steak for a minute or so while cooking.
- Remove from grill and return to the pan with extra marinade.
- If grilling vegetables, cook mushrooms and onions for 10 minutes (last 10 minutes while cauliflower is cooking)
- Grill the tomatoes for 5 minutes.
- If making quinoa, follow the directions on the attached link.
- Place a serving of quinoa in a base of a shallow bowl or plate.
- Add a cauliflower steak and a spoonful of grilled vegetables.
- Drizzle with chimichurri sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 2715 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH AVOCADO HERB SAUCE
So many different flavors and textures that work well together for a healthy tasty treat.
Provided by barbara lentz @blentz8
Categories Vegetables
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the sauce first by gently mixing all ingredients together. Set aside.
- For the steaks Remove the greens from the base of the cauliflower and discard. Keep the stem intact.
- Cut two cauliflower steaks out of the middle of the head. Reserve the remaining cauliflower for another use.
- Add the Avocado oil to a hot pan and reduce hte heat to medium. Throw in the cloves of garlic. Season the steaks with salt and pepper. Lay the steaks into the pan.
- Let them sear and squeeze the lemon juice over the cauliflower. Throw the lemon half in the pan. Turn the cauliflower when browned on one side and continue to sear on the other side. Add a little water and cover and let steam about 5 minutes. Add butter to pan and baste the steaks turning if browning too much. Once they are nicely brown remove the steaks to a serving plate. Drizzle some of that pan sauce over the steaks and top with the Avocado sauce.
HERB-CRUSTED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH BEANS AND TOMATOES
This cauliflower "steak" is so impressive, your meal will demand a steak knife! Prep work is simplified for this sheet-pan dinner with an herbed garlic oil that's used two ways: first it's mixed with panko and Parmesan for a crispy crust for the cauliflower, then tossed with beans and cherry tomatoes for a zesty side dish.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories No Meat, No Problem Vegetarian Dinner Cauliflower Green Bean Garlic Parmesan Bean Tomato One-Pot Meal Vegan
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Arrange racks in middle and upper third of oven; preheat to 425°F. Remove leaves and trim stem end of cauliflower, leaving core intact. Place cauliflower core side down on a work surface. Using a large knife, slice in the center from top to bottom to yield 2 (1") "steaks"; reserve remaining cauliflower for another use.
- Place cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush both sides with 1 Tbsp. oil; season with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Roast on middle rack, turning halfway through, until cauliflower is tender and browned, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss green beans with 1 Tbsp. oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper on another rimmed baking sheet. Arrange in a single layer, then roast in upper third of oven until green beans begin to blister, about 15 minutes.
- Whisk garlic, lemon zest, 1/3 cup parsley, and remaining 6 Tbsp. oil, 1 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Transfer half of mixture to another medium bowl. Add panko and Parmesan to first bowl and mix with your hands. Add white beans and tomatoes to second bowl and toss to coat. Whisk mayonnaise and mustard in a small bowl.
- Remove sheets from oven. Spread mayonnaise mixture over cauliflower. Sprinkle 1/4 cup panko mixture evenly over cauliflower. Add white bean mixture to sheet with green beans and toss to combine. Return sheets to oven and continue to roast until white beans begin to crisp and panko topping starts to brown, 5-7 minutes more.
- Divide cauliflower, green beans, white beans, and tomatoes among plates. Top with parsley.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH STEAK SAUCE
Sometimes you don't need a big piece of juicy red meat as the centerpiece of your dinner table. These "steaks" are perfect for you and your family on #meatlessmonday, making for a hearty and satisfying plant-based meal.
Provided by JJ Johnson
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the steaks: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem to 1 inch. Resting on the stem, slice the cauliflower in half lengthwise, from top to bottom. Trim the round outer edge of each piece so both sides are flat, creating two or three approximately 2-inch steaks. Cut the trimmed bits in half into mini steaks.
- Thoroughly rub the steaks and mini steaks all over on both sides with the oil. Combine the paprika, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl and sprinkle on both sides of the steaks. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake, flipping halfway through, until tender and browned, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the steak sauce.
- For the steak sauce: Put the raisins in a medium bowl, cover with boiling water and allow to soak until soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, sprinkle with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft and translucent, 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly so it doesn't burn, until it releases its oil, about 5 minutes.
- Drain the soaked raisins. Add the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and half of the soaked raisins, and cook over low heat, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until just simmering. Taste and add pepper and salt if desired (the soy contains a lot of salt so add with caution).
- Pour the sauce into the carafe of a mini blender, add the remaining half of the soaked raisins and puree until smooth and there are no big chunks of raisin.
- If the sauce has cooled, reheat it in a small saucepan until warmed through. Pour the warm sauce over your steaks and garnish with the chopped parsley.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS
You might've tried boiling, mashing, and even turning cauliflower into 'rice'. For a different take on cauliflower, try these oven-roasted cauliflower steaks seasoned with a simple lemon-garlic sauce. Serve the steaks with chimichurri sauce or topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, sliced green olives and crumbled feta cheese.
Provided by Snacking in the Kitchen
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Roasted
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place cauliflower steaks on the prepared baking sheet.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Brush 1/2 of the olive oil mixture over the tops of the cauliflower steaks.
- Roast cauliflower steaks in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Gently turn over each steak and brush with remaining olive oil mixture. Continue roasting until tender and golden, 15 to 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 63.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
Tips:
- Choose a head of cauliflower that is firm and heavy for its size, with tightly packed florets.
- To prevent the cauliflower steaks from falling apart, make sure to cut them at least 1 inch thick.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the cauliflower steaks in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- To make the avocado-herb sauce, use ripe avocados that are soft to the touch but not mushy.
- Be sure to chop the herbs finely so that they blend well with the other ingredients in the sauce.
- Serve the cauliflower steaks immediately with the avocado-herb sauce.
Conclusion:
Cauliflower steaks are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meat steaks. They are packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and they are also low in calories and carbohydrates. The avocado-herb sauce is a creamy and flavorful complement to the cauliflower steaks, and it adds a touch of healthy fats to the dish. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal that is also easy to prepare.
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