Name: Roasted Cauliflower Steak & Spanakopita Melts
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 medium heads cauliflower; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 cup chopped shallot; 1 (11 ounce) package baby spinach; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 clove garlic, grated; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 0.5 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 6 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese; 0.5 cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese

Roasted Cauliflower Steak & Spanakopita Melts

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In this genius carb swap recipe, we take all the flavors of the Greek spinach pie, spanakopita, and put it on a low-carb roasted cauliflower steak. Plus, because you don't have to deal with the fussy layers of phyllo, it's perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Adam Dolge

Updated on June 24, 2020

Prep Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 melts

Nutrition Profile:

Bone Health Egg Free Gluten-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity High Calcium Low Added Sugars Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

2 medium heads cauliflower
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup chopped shallot
1 (11 ounce) package baby spinach
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, grated
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese
6 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
½ cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese

Directions

Arrange racks in middle and upper third of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
Remove any outer leaves from cauliflower, but keep stems intact. Place on a cutting board, stem-side down. Using a large chef's knife, cut two 1-inch-thick slices from the center of each head to make 4 cauliflower "steaks." (Reserve remaining cauliflower for another use.) Place the steaks on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with salt.
Roast, turning halfway through, until the cauliflower steaks are tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 1 minute. Add spinach in batches and cook, stirring, until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in dill, parsley, garlic and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Transfer the spinach mixture to a large mixing bowl. Stir in ricotta and feta.
Turn the broiler to high. Top each cauliflower steak with 1/2 cup of the spinach mixture and 2 tablespoons Cheddar. Broil the cauliflower until the cheese melts and starts to lightly brown, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

305	Calories
22g	Fat
13g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 305
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 4g	15%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 17g	33%
Total Fat 22g	28%
Saturated Fat 10g	49%
Cholesterol 52mg	17%
Vitamin A 5585IU	112%
Vitamin C 71mg	78%
Folate 68mcg	17%
Sodium 576mg	25%
Calcium 456mg	35%
Iron 3mg	18%
Magnesium 80mg	19%
Potassium 379mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.