Description
Crispy air fryer cauliflower florets seasoned to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower head, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
- Chili flakes (optional)
- Lemon zest (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (optional, added after cooking)
- Onion powder (optional)
- Hot sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- If using, add cornstarch and mix until the florets are well coated.
- Add optional ingredients like chili flakes or lemon zest if desired.
- Place the seasoned florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Once golden and crispy, remove from the air fryer.
- Add Parmesan cheese if desired and serve with hot sauce.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- For extra crispness, ensure the florets are dry before seasoning.
- Experiment with different spices for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Cauliflower, Crispy Cauliflower, Vegan Cauliflower Recipe