Tandoori-Spiced Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Cilantro Chutney

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Roasted cauliflower steaks coated in vibrant tandoori spices, served with a fresh cilantro chutney for a flavorful vegetarian dish. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs plain yogurt, tandoori masala powder, lemon juice 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 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tbsp tandoori masala powder, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Brush both sides of 1 medium cauliflower steaks (3/4-inch thick slices from the head) generously with the tandoori yogurt marinade.
  3. Step 3: Place the marinated cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and edges are charred.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the cilantro chutney by blending 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1 small seeded green chili, 1 garlic clove, 1/4 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Serve the roasted tandoori cauliflower steaks hot, drizzled with the fresh cilantro chutney as a vibrant accompaniment.

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