Name: Roasted Cauliflower Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 small head cauliflower; 0.25 cup olive oil; 0.5 stick unsalted butter; ground black pepper to taste; 2 slices Gouda cheese; 2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese; 2 slices beefsteak tomato

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Roasted Cauliflower Grilled Cheese

Jul 28, 2025
by Abby Hackett
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

20 mins
TOTAL TIME

30 mins
SERVING

1 People
VIEWS

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Embrace a delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese with this gluten-free sensation! Tender roasted cauliflower steaks cradle a medley of melting cheeses and juicy tomato, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that's perfect for any meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 small head cauliflower

0.25 cup olive oil

0.5 stick unsalted butter

ground black pepper to taste

2 slices Gouda cheese

2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese

2 slices beefsteak tomato

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

18 g
Cholesterol

245 mg
Fiber

7 g
Protein

34 g
Saturated Fat

59 g
Sodium

900 mg
Sugar

9 g
Fat

135 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Prepare the cauliflower 'steaks': Remove the tough bottom leaves, keeping the stem intact. Cut vertically on both sides of the stem to separate the florets (save these for later!). Slice vertically through the stem to create two 1-inch thick 'steaks'. Place them on the prepared baking sheet. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Roast the cauliflower steaks in the preheated oven until they are tender and lightly browned. (15 minutes)

04

Step

In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Cook the cauliflower steaks until browned on one side. (2-3 minutes)

05

Step

Flip the cauliflower steaks and move them to one side of the pan. Add the cheese slices to the pan, allowing them to begin to melt. Place the melted cheese over the cauliflower steaks. Warm the tomato slices in the same way, then add to the cauliflower. Season with black pepper. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Cover the cheeses and tomatoes with the second cauliflower steak, creating a 'sandwich'. Flip the "sandwich" and cook over low heat until the cheeses are fully melted and gooey. (2-3 minutes)

07

Step

Serve immediately and enjoy this innovative take on grilled cheese!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of garlic powder or smoked paprika to the cauliflower before roasting.
Experiment with different cheese combinations! Gruyere, Monterey Jack, or even a sprinkle of Parmesan would be delicious.
If you don't have beefsteak tomatoes, any ripe tomato will work well. You can also add a thin layer of pesto or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for added depth.
To make this recipe vegan, use vegan butter and cheese alternatives.

Abby Hackett

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