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Required Equipment
- Sheet pan
- Parchment
- Basting brush
- Food processor
Utilized Devices
Cooking Techniques
- roasting
- broiling
- pureeing
Ingredients
- 900 gCauliflower head — cut into steaks
- 45 mlExtra-virgin olive oil — divided
- 15 mlMarmite — or yeast extract
- 15 mlMaple syrup
- 10 mlApple cider vinegar
- 3 gSmoked paprika
- 1 gRed chile flakes
- 4 gKosher salt — divided
- 210 gFrozen peas — thawed
- 30 mlPlain Greek yogurt — or plant-based yogurt
- 15 mlFresh lemon juice
- 8 gFresh mint — chopped
- 15 mlOlive oil for smash
- 30 gToasted hazelnuts — chopped
- 15 gMicro watercress — or pea shoots
Instructions
Heat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment.
Whisk the 3 tablespoons olive oil with Marmite, maple syrup, vinegar, paprika, chile flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Brush both sides of the cauliflower steaks and any loose florets with the glaze.
Roast 15 minutes, flip carefully, brush with remaining glaze, and roast 8 to 10 minutes more until edges char. Broil 1 to 2 minutes if you want extra blistering.
Meanwhile, pulse peas, yogurt, lemon juice, mint, remaining olive oil, and remaining salt in a food processor until mostly smooth with a bit of texture.
Spoon pea smash onto plates, top with cauliflower steaks and roasted florets, then finish with hazelnuts and watercress.
Chef Tips
- ⭐Use the cauliflower core to keep the steaks intact; roast any loose florets alongside for snacking.
- ⭐Warm the pea smash slightly before plating so it doesn't cool the steaks on contact.
- ⭐Swap hazelnuts for toasted pumpkin seeds if you need a nut-free crunch.
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Nutritional Highlights
- ✓Cauliflower steaks deliver nearly 6 grams of fiber per serving.
- ✓Peas and yogurt add protein plus vitamin C for balance.
- ✓Marmite contributes B vitamins with just a spoonful for umami depth.
Dietary Notes
Compliant With
Allergens
- Contains gluten (Marmite)
- Contains dairy (yogurt)
- Contains tree nuts (hazelnuts)
Dislikes Avoided
FAQ
Can I make this vegan?
Absolutely—use oat yogurt in the pea smash and swap the hazelnuts for toasted seeds if needed.
What if I don't like Marmite?
Use 1 tablespoon white miso plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce for similar savoriness with less yeast extract flavor.
Nutrition
| Calories | 310 |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Carbs | 27 g |
| Fat | 18 g |