Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Minted Pea Purée, Spiced Lentils, and Crunchy Almond Oil
An original dairy-free main course featuring oven-roasted cauliflower steaks served over a silky mint pea purée, topped with warmly spiced lentils and a lemony toasted almond oil.
Important notice: This recipe is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.
Ingredients
- 1 1.1 kg large cauliflower (cut en 4 filetes gruesos, with the floretes restantes reservados)
- 6 90 ml olive oil (divided)
- 2 10 ml smoked paprika (divided)
- 1.5 7.5 ml ground cumin (divided)
- 1 5 ml garlic powder
- 8 8 g salt (or to taste, divided)
- 3 3 g black pepper (divided)
- 400 400 g cooked lentils (escurridas)
- 1 120 g red onion (chopped fina)
- 2 12 g fresh garlic (chopped)
- 1 15 ml tomato paste
- 120 120 ml vegetable broth
- 300 300 g green peas (congelados or fresh)
- 10 10 g fresh mint leaves (lightly compactadas)
- 45 45 ml lemon juice (divided)
- 1 1 g lemon zest
- 40 40 g sliced almonds
- 1 1 ml red pepper flakes (optional)
- 60 60 ml water (for ajustar the puree si hace falta)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 220 °C / 425 °F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- 2
Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and cut 4 thick steaks from the center, about 2 to 3 cm / 1 inch thick. Reserve any loose florets to roast alongside the steaks.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, the garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Brush this mixture over the cauliflower steaks and the reserved florets.
- 4
Place the cauliflower on the tray and roast for 15 minutes at 220 °C / 425 °F. Carefully flip and continue roasting for 12 to 15 minutes more, until browned on the edges and tender in the center.
- 5
While the cauliflower roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- 6
Add the fresh garlic, tomato paste, the remaining 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.
- 7
Stir in the cooked lentils and vegetable broth. Simmer over medium-low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are heated through and slightly saucy. Turn off the heat and add 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- 8
Place the green peas in a saucepan of boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, until tender and bright green. Drain well.
- 9
Add the cooked peas to a blender or food processor with the fresh mint, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth. If needed, add the water a little at a time to adjust the texture.
- 10
In a small skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the sliced almonds and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until the almonds are golden. Remove from the heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- 11
To serve, spread the pea purée onto plates. Set the roasted cauliflower steaks and reserved florets on top. Spoon over the spiced lentils and finish with the crunchy almond oil. Serve immediately.
Chef tips
For sturdier cauliflower steaks, use a very fresh cauliflower and cut through the center without removing too much core. The pea purée can also be made ahead and gently reheated.
Substitutions
You can replace the almonds with sunflower seeds if you want to avoid tree nuts. The mint can be swapped for fresh basil for a milder flavor profile.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageCosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
Illustrative imageTempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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