BBQ Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri

BBQ Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri

Get ready to elevate your BBQ game with this mouthwatering, veggie forward recipe! These perfectly grilled cauliflower steaks, seasoned with smoky spices and topped with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, make for a delicious and unique addition to any summer feast. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavour, they’re sure to be a hit at your next cookout!

Ingredients:

For the Cauliflower Steaks:

1 large cauliflower
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Chimichurri:

1 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried oregano)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Directions:

Prepare the Cauliflower Steaks:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the leaves and trim the stem of the cauliflower, keeping the core intact.
Slice the cauliflower into 3/4 to 1-inch thick steaks. You should get about 2-3 steaks from one cauliflower, depending on its size.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Brush both sides of the cauliflower steaks with the seasoned olive oil mixture.

Grill the Cauliflower Steaks:

Place the cauliflower steaks on the preheated grill.
Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks. Be gentle when flipping to keep the steaks intact.

Prepare the Chimichurri:

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped parsley, cilantro, oregano, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Mix well until all the ingredients are combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve:

Transfer the grilled cauliflower steaks to a serving platter.
Spoon the chimichurri sauce generously over the cauliflower steaks.
Serve immediately and enjoy!