Pan-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Golden pan-roasted cauliflower slices served with a tangy tahini yogurt sauce and toasted pine nuts for a satisfying vegetarian entrée. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cauliflower head, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small, minced garlic clove
- 2 tbsp, to thin sauce water
- 1/4 cup, toasted pine nuts
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season 1 large cauliflower head sliced into 3/4-inch steaks with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
- Step 2: Add cauliflower steaks to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork. Transfer to a serving plate.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 minced small garlic clove, and 2 tbsp water until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Drizzle the tahini yogurt sauce over the roasted cauliflower steaks. Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve warm as a vegetarian main or side dish.
