Description
A delightful and healthy recipe for crispy air fryer cauliflower, perfect as a side dish or snack.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower florets: 1 medium head (about 4 cups)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
- Wash the cauliflower head thoroughly under cool running water.
- Remove the leaves and stem, then cut the florets into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Check for doneness; the florets should be golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes if needed.
- Experiment with different seasonings for varied flavors.
- Cooking in smaller batches allows for better air circulation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer, cauliflower, healthy recipes, crispy snacks, side dish