Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower recipe delivers perfectly seasoned and golden brown cauliflower florets without using any breading. Featuring a flavorful blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, parmesan, and olive oil, it’s an easy and healthy snack or side dish ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
Seasonings
- 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 uniform cooking.
- Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, turmeric powder, garlic powder, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Coat the florets: Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl, add the seasoning mixture and toss to coat evenly. Drizzle olive oil over the florets and toss again so the spices and oil are thoroughly distributed.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes to ensure a crispy finish.
- Cook the cauliflower: Arrange the seasoned cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through if desired.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately for the best crispness.
Notes
- Serve with Spicy Mayo Dipping Sauce by combining 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 2 tablespoons hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer or microwave until warmed through.
- To cook from frozen, increase the cooking time by 5 minutes to ensure the cauliflower crisps properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
