Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Steaks
Thick cauliflower steaks are roasted to golden perfection with a savory garlic herb butter that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. This satisfying plant-based main dish is impressive enough for dinner guests yet simple enough for a weeknight meal.
Golden oven-roasted cauliflower steaks brushed with rich garlic herb butter for a stunning plant-based main dish.
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Prepare the Cauliflower
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem so it sits flat. Slice the cauliflower from top to bottom into four equal steaks about one inch thick. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
Make the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Brush this mixture generously over both sides of each cauliflower steak, making sure every surface is coated.
Roast the Steaks
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the cauliflower steaks for 20 minutes. Carefully flip each steak using a wide spatula, then continue roasting for another 10 minutes until the edges are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Serve and Garnish
Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest on the pan for 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
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