Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower recipe delivers perfectly golden and flavorful cauliflower florets without any breading. Using a blend of smoked paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese, this dish offers a healthy, quick, and delicious snack or side that’s easy to prepare in your air fryer.
Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Seasoning
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into even sized florets to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, turmeric powder, garlic powder, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Whisk them together well.
- Coat Cauliflower: Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl and toss with the seasoning mix. Drizzle olive oil over the florets and toss again to evenly coat all pieces with the spices and oil.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes to ensure it’s hot before cooking.
- Cook Cauliflower: Arrange the coated cauliflower florets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Serve with Spicy Mayo Dipping Sauce: mix ¼ cup sour cream, ¼ cup mayonnaise, and 2 tablespoons of hot sauce for a flavorful dip.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer or microwave until warm for best results.
- If cooking from frozen cauliflower, increase the cooking time by 4 to 5 minutes to ensure thorough cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
