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Cajun Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri

Vegan Cajun Roasted Cauliflower "Steaks" with Chimichurri Sauce. Slice into thick slices or just chop into florets to make this delicious Cajun Cauliflower. Serve with chimichurri or a cooling dressing. Glutenfree Soyfree Nutfree Recipe

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 197 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

Cajun Cauliflower:
  • 1 small head of cauliflower , sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices or chopped into medium size florets
  • 2 tbsp cajun spice blend ( 2 tsp sweet paprika, 1/3 tsp cayenne, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp oregano, 1.5 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp thyme, 1/2 tsp onion powder, dash of pepper flakes
  • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt , if using store bought cajun blend, it might already be salted, so you will need 1/4 tsp
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
Chimichurri sauce:
  • 1  cup  packed Parsley or one bunch parsley leaves and tender stems, chopped
  • 1/4  cup  basil packed or use cilantro
  • 6  cloves  of raw garlic more the merrier
  • 2  tbsp  extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1  tsp  vinegar apple cider or balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • 1/4  tsp  salt
  • 1/4  tsp  black pepper
  • 2  tbsp  or more avocado for creamyness optional

Instructions

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  1. Slice the cauliflower or chop into florets. Blend the chimichurri sauce with a few tbsp of water and set aside. Line a baking dish with parchment. Preheat the oven to 425 deg F ( 220 C )
  2. Rub oil and lemon juice all over the slices or florets.
  3. Sprinkle the cajun spice + salt on both sides of the slices and rub lightly. Then sprinkle more on the open side. (If using florets, sprinkle spice + salt, then toss well to coat). For Crispyness, mix 2 tbsp breadcrumbs in the spice mix and salt and then sprinkle all over.
  4. Spray oil lightly on the spiced cauliflower to seal the spices in, Bake at 425 deg F for 20 to 25 mins. Broil for a minute to sear if needed.
  5. Cauliflower tends to soften depending on the moisture content after cooking. So serve immediately. Sprinkle some more spice if needed. Cajun can be hot, so add another cooling dressing of choice if needed.Serve with a side salad of beans, chickpeas, or cooked grain or add to tacos, wraps. I make a salad bowl with cherry tomatoes/tomatoes, onion, chickpeas/beans, salt, pepper and chimichurri/lemon with these.

Notes

  • Cajun blend can get hot when used in larger amounts. Adjust the heat of the cajun seasoning by reducing cayenne, pepper flakes, black pepper and using more of sweet paprika. 
  • For smokier flavor, use half smoke paprika, or add a drop of liquid smoke to the lemon juice and use.
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  • Nutrition is for 1 serve

Nutrition Information

Calories 197kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 6.5g (13%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 618mg (26%) Potassium 1087mg (31%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 7555IU (151%) Vitamin C 115.8mg (129%) Calcium 118mg (12%) Iron 3.5mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 197

% Daily Value*

Calories 197kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 6.5g 13%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 618mg 26%
Potassium 1087mg 23%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 7555IU 151%
Vitamin C 115.8mg 129%
Calcium 118mg 12%
Iron 3.5mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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