High Protein Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Elevate your plant-based dining with this High-Protein Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette! Perfectly charred cauliflower steaks are seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, garlic powder, and olive oil, then topped with a refreshing vinaigrette infused with zesty lemon, fresh herbs, and Dijon mustard. The addition of lightly mashed chickpeas in the vinaigrette not only boosts protein but also adds a hearty, textural contrast to the tender cauliflower. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with vibrant flavors, this dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping vegetarian entrée. Serve it straight off the grill and garnish with extra fresh herbs for a beautifully flavorful and nutritious meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Remove the outer leaves of the cauliflower and trim the stem. Slice the cauliflower into 1-inch thick steaks.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Brush the cauliflower steaks with the olive oil mixture on both sides.

Step 5

Place the seasoned cauliflower steaks on the preheated grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until the steaks are golden brown and tender, but still hold their shape.

Step 6

While the cauliflower is grilling, prepare the lemon herb vinaigrette. In a small food processor or blender, combine parsley, basil, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar. Blend until smooth.

Step 7

Add the chickpeas into the blender with the lemon herb mixture and pulse a few times to slightly mash them, ensuring some texture remains.

Step 8

Once the cauliflower steaks are done cooking, remove them from the grill and place them on a serving platter.

Step 9

Drizzle the lemon herb vinaigrette with chickpeas over the grilled cauliflower steaks.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1361.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1352.0

Total Fat 56.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4382.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 430.8mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3962.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 48.4%