Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the cauliflower: Remove the leaves and trim the stem slightly, keeping the core intact. Slice the cauliflower into 2–3 thick steaks (about ¾ inch thick). Save extra florets for roasting or future use.
Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the chopped basil.
Coat the steaks: Place cauliflower steaks on the baking sheet and brush both sides with the marinade. Let sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb flavor.
Bake: Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Flip the steaks carefully with a spatula, then roast for another 15 minutes or until golden brown and fork-tender.
Serve: Garnish with more fresh basil and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approx. 3 servings):
• Total Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 320mg
• Carbohydrates: 13g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 3g
• Protein: 4g
• Vitamin C: 90% DV
• Iron: 6% DV
• Calcium: 4% DV
