Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

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Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Lemon-Garlic Sauce
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 16, 2023

This Grilled Cauliflower Steak recipe combines smoky char marks with tender, flavorful cauliflower steaks. Served with a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, it makes a delicious and healthy vegetarian main dish. With a total preparing time of 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. It falls under the vegetarian category and can be served as a main course or a side dish. Get ready to indulge in the satisfying flavors of this cauliflower steak!

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem end, leaving the core intact.
  3. Slice the cauliflower into 1-inch thick steaks. You should be able to get 2-4 steaks depending on the size of the cauliflower.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Brush both sides of each cauliflower steak with the seasoned oil mixture.
  6. Place the cauliflower steaks on the preheated grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
  7. While the cauliflower is cooking, prepare the lemon-garlic sauce. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Once the cauliflower steaks are done, remove them from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
  9. Drizzle the lemon-garlic sauce over the cauliflower steaks and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
  10. Serve the cauliflower steaks immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cauliflower is packed with vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent vegetable choice for a healthy diet.
  • Grilling cauliflower steaks brings out their natural sweetness and adds a smoky flavor to the dish.
  • The lemon-garlic sauce complements the cauliflower steaks perfectly, adding a tangy and creamy element to the dish.