Cauliflower Baked Parmesan

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If you are looking for a meatless meal idea, this one is for you!

We are always looking for delicious + filling vegetarian recipes to add to our dinner rotation and this Cauliflower Baked Parmesan recipe by @sweetketolife is a creative spin on classic chicken parmesan.

Using a meaty cauliflower steak instead of chicken is the perfect substitution for meat and we dare say… you may not even miss the chicken. This dish has a great flavor and honestly feels just as hearty as the meat version.

We love the combination of flavors and that this can be your main course or make a great side dish too.

Cauliflower Baked Parmesan

Servings

Author Yaidy from Sweet Keto Life

Ingredients

Breading

1 head of cauliflower
⅔ cup almond flower
⅔ cup grated parmesan
1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
½ tsp. garlic powder
¼ tsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. oregano
1 tsp. paprika
¾ tsp. salt
1 egg

Sauce

2 tbsp. tomato paste
½ cup water
½ tsp. Italian seasoning
pinch salt and pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 175C/350F.
Cut the cauliflower into about 2/3-inch slices. Set aside.
In a bowl mix almond flour, grated parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and salt until well blended. Transfer the mixture to a flat plate and set aside.
Whisk together an egg with a pinch of salt and pepper and pour onto a flat plate. Dip the cauliflower slices into the egg on both sides, then press into the “breading” mixture (making sure it is coated on both sides). Place it on a parchment paper prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all slices of cauliflower are coated.
Bake for 15 minutes.
While the cauliflower slices bake, mix the sauce ingredients until fully combined.
Take the cauliflower slices out of the oven, add sauce and mozzarella cheese, and place back in the oven for 15 more minutes.
Take out of the oven and top off with fresh parsley.