Grilled Za’atar Cauliflower Steaks with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Thick cauliflower steaks coated in fragrant za’atar spice, grilled until tender and smoky, then finished with a bright lemon-tahini sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cauliflower head, za’atar spice blend, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 large, sliced into 3/4-inch thick steaks cauliflower head
• 2 tbsp za’atar spice blend
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water
• 1, minced garlic clove
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 400°F). Brush 3 cauliflower steaks with 3 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp za’atar and 1 tsp salt on both sides.
2. Step 2: Place cauliflower steaks on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until tender and nicely charred around the edges.
3. Step 3: While cauliflower grills, whisk together 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp water, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
4. Step 4: Remove cauliflower steaks from grill and drizzle with lemon-tahini sauce. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.