Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

With only a few ingredients, these roasted cauliflower steaks are full of flavour and are easy to make! 

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Yield: Makes 2 steaks, plus other extra pieces that can be used for leftovers

Ingredients 

1 head of Thames River Melons cauliflower 

1 teaspoon paprika 

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

½ teaspoon salt 

½ teaspoon pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil 

8 bay leaves (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

2. Rinse the cauliflower under cold water and pat dry. Remove the outer leaves and carefully use a knife to trim the stem. Tip: cauliflower leaves are edible! Try using them in stir-fries, salads, or soups! 

3. Slice the cauliflower into steaks about 1 inch thick. One head of cauliflower will make 2 steaks, but smaller pieces of cauliflower will fall off when you are cutting—this is normal! Keep all the pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

4. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil over the cauliflower steaks, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture on top. Use a brush to evenly coat both sides of each steak. Top with bay leaves.

5. Bake the cauliflower for 25 minutes or until golden brown and tender, flipping halfway through.

6. Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Cost

PYO cauliflower is $2.00/head. Therefore, the cost of each cauliflower steak is $1.00.

Nutrient Profile 

Each cauliflower steak provides 4 grams of fibre and contains important nutrients like vitamin C and vitamin K! Vitamin C supports your immune function and protects your cells, and vitamin K plays a role in blood clotting and blood health. 

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best results, reheat in the air fryer or oven–this will help the cauliflower stay crispy! 

References:

Unlock Food [Internet]. Canada: Dietitians of Canada; [updated 2019 Mar 21;  cited 2025 Aug 13]. What you need to know about vitamin C; [about 3 screens]. Available from: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Vitamins-and-Minerals/What-you-need-to-know-about-vitamin-C.aspx.

Unlock Food [Internet]. Canada: Dietitians of Canada; [updated 2019 Mar 21;  cited 2025 Aug 13]. What you need to know about vitamin C; [about 3 screens]. Available from: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Vitamins-and-Minerals/What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Vitamin-K.aspx.