DASH Diet Cauliflower Steaks with Olive Citrus Sauce
This DASH diet-friendly cauliflower steak recipe is a delicious plant-based alternative, featuring roasted cauliflower slabs drizzled with a tangy olive and citrus sauce. With a crispy, golden-brown texture and a savory-sweet flavor profile, this dish makes a nutritious main or side, perfect for a heart-healthy meal.
Ingredients
Cauliflower Steaks:
- 1 or 2 large cauliflower heads about 2 lbs, for 4 portions
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Olive Citrus Sauce:
- Juice of 1 orange
- Zest of 1 orange
- ¼ cup black olives pitted and chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon or grainy mustard
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the cauliflower: Trim off the bottom stem to help the cauliflower sit flat. Slice vertically into four even steaks and arrange them on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast until golden brown, baking for approximately 30 minutes. Flip each steak once halfway through to ensure even crispiness.
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix the orange juice, zest, chopped olives, mustard, vinegar, and coriander until well combined.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzling the olive citrus sauce over the roasted cauliflower steaks before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, serve alongside quinoa or white beans.
- Pair with leafy greens or a DASH diet-friendly grain salad for a balanced meal.
- To enhance the citrus flavor, garnish with extra orange zest before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 310mgPotassium: 810mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gCalcium: 60mg
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