Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter
Crisp-tender cauliflower steaks infused with garlic and fresh herbs, finished with a rich butter glaze. This mediterranean-inspired keto ready in about 35 minutes pairs Cauliflower, Olive oil, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 head (2 lbs), cut into 1/2-inch thick steaks Cauliflower
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh thyme
- 1 tsp, chopped Fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp, unsalted Butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cauliflower steaks with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes until golden and tender at edges.
- Step 3: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 4: Remove cauliflower from oven, drizzle with garlic herb butter, and return to oven for 5 minutes to melt and infuse.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cauliflower from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Garlic Butter keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
