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Grilled Cauliflower Steak

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By: the Evinks18 Comments
Posted: 05/13/20

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Mix up your vegetables with Roasted or Grilled Cauliflower Steak! They are perfectly seasoned to make these cauliflower steaks bursting with flavor. A healthy side dish on the grill or in the oven that doesn’t lack flavor!

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Grilled Cauliflower Steak on baking sheet

Admittedly I’ve neglected my veggie lovers on the blog! Well, maybe that’s not true. I’ve shared yummy recipes for grilled corn on the cob, grilled green beans in foil packets and seasoned grilled sweet potato wedges. But grilled cauliflower?

Oh yes that’s a thing!

Have you ever had cauliflower steak? Oh my gosh, it’s soooo good! Cauliflower stepped up and became much more popular in the last couple of years.

I’ve made cauliflower steak on the grill and also in a cast iron skillet. Both work great and it’s an easy way to enjoy a delicious vegetable.

Cauliflower Steak on baking sheet

Ingredients for Cauliflower Steak Recipe

  • Cauliflower
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Smoked paprika
  • Olive oil
  • Parsley

Steps to Prepare

  • Prep Grill – Preheat the grill.
  • Slice Cauliflower – Remove the outer leaves from each cauliflower head. Slice off the bottom stem end so that you have a flat base to work from
    Slice the cauliflower into 2-3 steaks
  • Season Cauliflower – Brush one side of the steaks with olive oil. In a small bowl mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Sprinkle over the steaks.
  • Grill – Place cauliflower carefully on grill, grill 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and grill side two until the cauliflower is tender. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

The steaks are very fragile (which is why you slice them so thick) Be careful when you’re adding them to the grill and also when you flip them so they don’t break apart.

Can you grill cauliflower in the oven or on your stove top?

Absolutely! When the weather turns or it’s too hot to grill outside, this meal can certainly be made on an indoor grill.

Just preheat the grill pan over medium heat on the stovetop. Place cauliflower steaks on pan and cook for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown on bottom. Gently flip and cook until the other side of the steak has grill marks.

If you would like to roast the cauliflower in the oven follow these instructions instead of placing on the grill.

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. Place seasoned cauliflower on baking sheet.
  3. Place baking sheet in oven for 10-15 minutes. Gently turn over each steak and roast 15-20 more minutes or until tender and golden.

Tips to slicing cauliflower

We need to talk about is the best way to slice it – because unless you are able to cut them into steaks it’s a no starter. I’ve seen sliced cauliflower steaks at the grocery store so you could always grab those too.

  • Choose a large cauliflower.
  • Trim the stems and trim off the bottom of the core.
  • Place core side down and slice down the middle of the cauliflower, slicing it in two.
  • Continue slicing the cauliflower making about 1 inch slices. You’ll get about three slices from each head.
  • Reserve the sides and any florets that pop off for another meal or make this easy grilled cauliflower with them.

How long does it take to grill cauliflower steaks?

Surprisingly it only takes about 10 minutes to cook the steaks on the grill. You’ll cook the vegetable until it is tender.

Overhead picture of cauliflower steak on pan

Make it a Meal!

Pair your cauliflower steaks with these favorite dinner recipes of ours!

  • Tender, juicy Beer Can Chicken is so flavorful.
  • Having a party? Start it with Bruschetta which is packed with fresh flavors.
  • Every dinner needs a sweet ending, right? We love this twist on Blueberry Crisp.

Tag me when you do #gimmesomegrilling or on Instagram at @gimmesomegrilling!

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Grilled Cauliflower Steak on baking sheet
5 from 8 votes

Grilled Cauliflower Steak

Mix up your vegetables with these delicious Roasted or Grilled Cauliflower Steaks! They are perfectly seasoned to make these cauliflower steaks bursting with flavor. A healthy side dish on the grill or in the oven that doesn't lack flavor!
Prep:10 mins
Cook:10 mins
Total:20 mins
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Ingredients

  • 2 heads cauliflower
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 2 tsp parsley for garnish chopped
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Instructions

  • Heat a grill to medium or about 350 degrees F.
  • Remove the outer leaves from each cauliflower head. Cut off the bottom stem end so that you create a flat base and can stand the cauliflower up on a cutting board.
  • Resting the cauliflower on the stem cut the head into 2 very thick or 3 more moderate “steaks.” Reserve side or small pieces that break off in small bowl.
  • Brush one side of each cauliflower steak with the olive oil.
  • In a small bowl mix remaining ingredients except parsley. Sprinkle evenly over both side of cauliflower.
  • Place cauliflower carefully on grill, close cover and let cook for 5 to 6 minutes, until the bottom is beginning to char. Flip the cauliflower, then re-cover the grill and cook 5 additional minutes, until the cauliflower is tender. Remove from the grill.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

If you would like to roast the cauliflower in the oven follow these instructions instead of placing on the grill.
  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. Place seasoned cauliflower on baking sheet.
  3. Place baking sheet in oven for 10-15 minutes. Gently turn over each steak and roast 15-20 more minutes or until tender and golden.
Save the rest of the cauliflower and sprinkle extra seasoning on them with olive oil. Place in grill basket and grill along side the steaks!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 204kcal (10%), Carbohydrates: 14g (5%), Protein: 5g (10%), Fat: 15g (23%), Saturated Fat: 2g (13%), Sodium: 668mg (29%), Potassium: 859mg (25%), Fiber: 5g (21%), Sugar: 5g (6%), Vitamin A: 125IU (3%), Vitamin C: 138.6mg (168%), Calcium: 63mg (6%), Iron: 1.4mg (8%)
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We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box is calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.

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  1. Sylvia says

    Posted on 8/10/22 at 4:28 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! I will have to try out your recipe 👍

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 8/11/22 at 2:46 pm

      Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  2. Sue says

    Posted on 7/19/22 at 7:08 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 7/22/22 at 8:22 am

      Awesome to hear Sue! Thanks for commenting and rating the recipe!

      Reply
  3. Mary says

    Posted on 7/8/22 at 9:04 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Quick favorite at our last family BBQ.

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 7/11/22 at 9:29 am

      Awesome to hear Mary! Thanks for commenting and rating the recipe!

      Reply
  4. Thomas says

    Posted on 7/7/19 at 10:09 pm

    5 stars
    I loved this. I saw this in NYC and tried it at home great idea! Thank You!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 7/8/19 at 1:10 am

      So glad you enjoyed it Thomas! Thanks for commenting and leaving a rating!

      Reply
  5. Melissa Howell says

    Posted on 9/21/18 at 5:44 pm

    5 stars
    I had no idea this was even possible! I’ve got to try it!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 9/28/18 at 8:45 pm

      Seriously! SOOOO good!

      Reply
  6. Karly says

    Posted on 9/19/18 at 5:20 pm

    Now this looks good! I’m going to have to try this!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 9/21/18 at 4:25 pm

      Enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Malinda says

    Posted on 9/18/18 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    I never know what to do with cauliflower when I buy it other than dip it in ranch. This looks like the perfect solution!!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 9/21/18 at 4:26 pm

      So much flavor!

      Reply
  8. Danielle Green says

    Posted on 9/17/18 at 3:51 pm

    5 stars
    Cauliflower steaks are amazing, and love this simple recipe for on the grill!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 9/21/18 at 4:26 pm

      I can’t believe these were my first ones! YUM!

      Reply
  9. Deb says

    Posted on 9/17/18 at 2:53 am

    5 stars
    I never would have thought to grill this. We ate it as the main dish and it was great. Very affordable too!!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 9/21/18 at 4:27 pm

      Love that charred taste from grilling these!

      Reply

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