Cauliflower steaks with lemon tahini dressing.
Have you ever made cauliflower steaks?
I haven’t.
Until this recipe.
Generally, I think if it’s a vegetable, it’s not steak.
Don’t be ridiculous.
But these cauliflower steaks kind of changed my mind about that.
This recipe is a combination of two lightly adapted recipes from my friend Gena’s new book, Power Plates: 100 Nutritionally Balanced, One-Dish Vegan Meals. Gena who writes The Full Helping, has previously written a book in collaboration with Food52 called, Food52 Vegan. I shared a beauty of a kale salad from that book a few seasons ago. Check it out!
Gena’s new book, Power Plates focuses on practical and flavor-packed, balanced vegan meals. One hundred of them to be exact. The recipes are divided into six chapters: Breakfast, Salads, Soups, Bowls, Skillets and Stovetop and Bakes. I like this. Because these are the staple food categories that make up my life.
Comforting things like Yellow Split Pea Chowder. And simple things Rice Beans Tofu and Green. And also fast things. Easy things. Satisfying things. This book is for everyone, vegan or not. It’s a wonderful cookbook to add to your collection. And lucky for all of you I’m giving a copy away.
To enter drop me a comment below. Are you vegan? Is someone in your house vegan? Or do you just love vegetables and strive to eat more like me? I will choose a winner at random on February 9 at noon Central and notify them by email. Sorry folks, this giveaway is open to US and Canada readers only.
Back to these cauliflower steaks! I love how the meat is tender and soft. And the outside is lightly browned. Charred even in some places. It’s fun to eat with a fork and knife. A more satisfying experience that eating say, roasted cauliflower florets. I drenched it with Gena’s lemon tahini dressing. Which indeed, I could and will eat everyday. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, vegan, low-carb and keto-friendly.
Cauliflower Steaks
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds chopped
- pink Himalayan salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim the stem of the cauliflower so it can rest on a flat surface. Cut the cauliflower into 1-inch steaks. The amount of steaks will depend on the size and condition of the cauliflower.
- Place the cauliflower on the lined baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle the steaks with a pinch of salt and pepper. Bake for 30 minutes or until the cauliflower is golden brown and fork-tender, flipping once halfway through the baking time.
- While the cauliflower is baking, combine the remaining tablespoon olive oil with the parsley and pumpkin seeds, and season with salt and pepper. When the cauliflower is done baking, spoon on a hearty amount of lemon tahini dressing and top with the herb mixture.
Everyday Lemon Tahini Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon warm filtered water
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 garlic clove diced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup {see notes}
- 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blender until smooth.
Notes
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Thanks to the folks at Ten Speed Press for gifting me an advance copy of Power Plates! Recipes adapted and reprinted with permission from Power Plates, copyright © 2018by Gena Hamshaw. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.
Lori Pitts says
My daughter has been vegan for about 8 months and she is a freshman in college. She would love this book.
Annette says
I’m not vegan (only one is the house is me), but I love eating veggies and am always looking for new healthy ideas for them.
Cherie says
Give me all the plant dishes please! No vegans in my house but we have greens with every meal and are always looking for plant-based cooking inspiration. This book sounds perfect and so does the lemon tahini dressing!
Sj Dc says
I don’t conform to any diet nomenclature but just genuinely love vegetables and they form over 90% of my diet. This book sounds like a great addition to my kitchen. Thank you for the giveaway.
Betsy says
I’m not a vegan but have considered adjusting mine and my family’s diet to be more plant-based. I am always looking to add more veggies to my meals (this looks fantastic!) and hopefully find a few that my kids will love too.
Allyssa says
I have been vegan for 6 years as is my partner. It’s been a journey, but I wouldn’t change it!
Jen S says
I am vegetarian and have been since childhood. My husband and kids are too and we are always looking for tasty meals to add to our repertoire. Thanks for the giveaway!
Catherine says
I am not strictly vegan – I will eat eggs and seafood occasionally. But, I do follow a primarily plant based diet! I would love this cookbook!
Abigail says
First of all, these are beautiful! Definitely goin to add this to the menu. I’m not vegan or vegetarian but appreciate the concepts of a simpler eating style and I love veggies! I’m also always trying to get our family good recipes that have lots of nutrients.
Susie says
I am plant-based and my family (kids and hubby) are at home. Trying to positively influence extended family to come to the bright side by feeding them delicious plant-based meals too!
Thia says
Sherrie, I’ve been a vegetarian for about 38 years now. I’ve gone in and out of being vegan for long stretches during that time. I’m currently working to overcome my dairy addiction to head back to being strictly vegan, again. I’d love a new cookbook with fresh inspiration to help me with this project! I first ran into Gena’s recipes over on Food52. I really like her style. Thanks, Sherrie, for the opportunity to win this book.
Genevieve says
I’m vegetarian and would love to try the recipes in this book as I’m usually cooking for one and like to make one-bowl meals full of veggies!
Kris prebay says
I cook veggies in multiple ways. Baked, broiled, steamed, grilled and love this new dressing to top them off.
Lou says
My dear friend is newly vegan and we’ve cooked for one another for over a decade. But now I’m struggling to keep up! Would love to up my game with new inspo.
Linda says
I am not vegan, but I am trying to incorporate more vegetables in the family’s meals.
Bonnie says
Love what you do with veggies and what you stand for! Hoping to incorporate more into our meals.
Makenzie says
My husband and I have been eating 90% vegan for a couple of months. We only eat non-vegan when people invite us over for dinner. We’re loving it, partly because of your recipes! Thanks!
Christy Qualin says
Hi! Not vegan/vegetarian but I seldom eat meat. Would love new ideas!
Jordan says
Cauliflower AND tahini? Be still my heart. Although I’m not a vegan, I am veggie obsessed. But honestly I tend to always just eat them roasted. This girl needs some inspiration! Thank you for the opportunity!
Micah says
I love incorporating vegan meals into my diet and vegetables are my favorite food group! This cookbook would be amazing to have!
Zoe Rose says
These cauliflower steaks are gorgeous. I can’t wait to try them! I’m not vegan – I eat everything – but I am obsessed with vegetables and I love vegan food! Always looking for fun new ways to cook all kinds of veggies. Can’t wait to check out the book!
Hope says
This cauliflower steak recipe sounds so good. I love cauliflower and will definitely give this recipe a try! The tahini sauce looks like it would go good with other things as well. I have recently tried to start eating more vegetarian meals for my health and I actually like the taste more. I am trying to incorporate more if these type meals in a very carnivorous household. Wish me luck! Love your blog and recipes!
Susan Broughton says
We are trying to eat more vegetables. My daughter loves veggies so I guess I was lucky with that.
Amanda says
I love veggies and am always looking for new ways to cook them. I eat a grain-free diet so the bulk of my diet is veggies. I love cauliflower but have never tried cauliflower steaks. And anything topped in tahini dressing is a win!
Diane says
I’m an avid plant-based cook, predominantly vegetarian and love vegan recipes, too. Gena’s Food52 Vegan is in my kitchen right now with several recipes earmarked!
Fern says
Hi. I’m the only one in my home that’s vegan but I’m always trying to add more veggies into my family’s diet. Going to try this beautiful recipe tonight. Thank you!
Carrie smith says
These look delicious! I’ve been vegan since July, and I LOVE veggies! My husband and boys aren’t vegan but they’re about 80% there :)
ali says
Not a vegan but LOVE my veggies! This book looks perfect :)
Heather Elizabeth says
I’m a happy vegan who loves to cook. This book would be so much fun to have!
Eileen says
You know, I never do cauliflower steaks either, but I do love roasted cauliflower so I should probably I should give it a try. Especially with all those beautiful herbs and that dressing! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Molly says
I’ve been vegan for about 6 months now so any new and exciting recipes to try is always a plus! I also enjoy learning about and trying out so many delicious and tasty plant and flavor combinations. I love being able to create such impressive fancy restaurant worthy meals! Thanks for all your help!
Sherrie says
Makenzie, you made my morning. I’m sorry happy I can provide you with the tools you need to eat the way you want. Lots of love, xx!
Beth says
Have made cauliflower steaks but never with the lemon tahini dressing. I will definitely try this one. YUM! The recipie looks delicious and your pictures are terrific!
Ruby says
Just beautiful! I haven’t made cauliflower steaks yet, but since I adore roasted cauliflower I am pretty sure I can easily get on board. Also, anything with a lemon tahini sauce is practically perfect in my opinion. Can’t wait to get my hands on this book! xx
manda says
I am not vegan but I would like more recipes to let me cook that way.
Emily says
How simple and yet strikingly gorgeous! Such perfectly golden roasted cauliflower. I’m going to have to work on my cauliflower game. It sounds so completely satisfying with that lemon tahini dressing, and I couldn’t agree more that Gena’s books would be an inspiring addition to anyone’s collection of cookbooks. Not entering the giveaway, just wanting to say hi.
shannon says
My family tries to eat vegan as much as possible and we are always looking for new entree ideas.
Jordyn Gehret says
Jimmy and I have been eating lots more vegetables and LOVING it. Always looking for fresh, creative ideas!
Amanda says
My sissy and her wife are vegan! Sometimes I get stuck in a rut making them them the same things. I can’t wait to share this recipe with them.
Alexis says
Definitely not vegan or even vegetarian but your recipes always inspire me to look beyond my usual recipes and I love incorporating more plant based recipes into my life!
Sherrie says
Hi sweet friend! xx
Beth says
My husband and I are vegetarian, not vegan—but we’re both happy to eat vegan much of the time. I love Gena Hamshaw’s writing on Food52 (and will check out her blog now that I know about it!). This cookbook looks fantastic!
Mikka says
I don’t consider myself a vegan or even vegetarian, but I’m trying to love a more plant based lifestyle and need all the tools I can get! It’s been so fun being experimental with food and I love getting new recipes!
Carla C says
I very rarely eat meat. I usually only eat fish, beans, and nuts for a protein source.
Jayme | holly & flora says
I eat mostly vegan and have loved creating vegan sauces lately. I also enjoyed the Food52 Vegan cookbook and have gifted it to friends before. I’d love to give Gena’s book a read and try these cauliflower steaks! And took your survey, babe!
Cassy says
I lean towards vegan, but mostly just like eating veggies as much as I can! Gena’s book sounds so fun. Thanks for sharing!
Mollj says
My husband and I have both been vegan for over 8yrs – we went vegan together (we were both vegetarians when we met) and it’s been the greatest decision.
June says
We are not vegans but my husband has recently found that he needs to eliminate dairy from his diet. As a result most of our meals are now vegan. This book would be a great addition to our meal planning.
Carla says
We are a vegan family. Best decision we have made. This book looks amazing!
Emily Wagner says
We’re not vegan at my house, but we have a new baby and are trying to transition to more veggie variety to make our family food culture where we’d like it to be for our son!
Susie says
I am the only vegan in my family. I need to be able to cook effiecently for myself and my health. This cookbook would help me keep complete meals on hand while I have to continue to prepare the other meals for the non-vegans.