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An air fryer cauliflower steak with lemon cilantro dressing.

Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks

These air fryer cauliflower steaks are marinated in a tasty spice mix, and served with a zesty dressing. Such a delicious side dish.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Becca Heyes

Recipe printed from www.easycheesyvegetarian.com

Ingredients

For the cauliflower steaks

  • 1 large cauliflower
  • 1-2 Tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the dressing

  • 1 small clove garlic, peeled
  • Small bunch fresh coriander (cilantro)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp honey or agave

Instructions

  • Remove the leaves from the cauliflower, and cut the head in half, directly down the centre of the stalk. Cut each half again, just next to the stalk, to give two thick cauliflower steaks. The loose florets of cauliflower can be saved to use in another recipe.
  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and some salt and pepper. Mix well, then spread the spice mixture over both sides of each cauliflower steak. I found it easiest to use clean fingers for this!
  • Place the cauliflower steaks in the air fryer, and cook at 190°C (375°F) for approx. 15 minutes, turning over halfway.
  • While the cauliflower steaks are cooking in the air fryer, prepare the dressing. Add a small clove of garlic to a mini food processor, along with a handful of cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, and honey (or agave, for a vegan version). Blitz thoroughly - you can add a splash of water to loosen the mixture if needed. If you don’t have a mini food processor, you can chop and mix by hand, but the end result is likely to be less cohesive.
  • When the cauliflower steaks are just tender in the middle, serve them drizzled with the dressing.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks
Amount Per Serving (1 steak)
Calories 207 Calories from Fat 130
% Daily Value*
Fat 14.4g22%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 378mg16%
Potassium 907mg26%
Carbohydrates 18.6g6%
Fiber 7.6g30%
Sugar 9.1g10%
Protein 6g12%
Calcium 74mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on your exact ingredients. Please calculate your own nutritional values if you require accuracy for health reasons.