Description
This Air Fryer Cauliflower recipe offers a quick and healthy way to enjoy crispy, roasted cauliflower seasoned with Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Perfect as a side dish or a light snack, this recipe uses an air fryer to achieve a deliciously tender interior with a crunchy exterior in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Seasonings
- 1 pound cauliflower florets (about ½ of a large cauliflower head; or 4-5 cups)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or more as needed)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving, optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 410°F (205°C) and let it preheat for 5 minutes. This ensures the cauliflower will start cooking immediately and helps achieve a crispy texture.
- Prepare the cauliflower: While the air fryer is heating, place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Add olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together thoroughly until the cauliflower is evenly coated with the seasonings and oil.
- Air fry the cauliflower: Transfer the seasoned cauliflower into the hot air fryer basket in a single layer for even cooking. Air fry for 9 to 11 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through if needed, until the cauliflower is crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Serve immediately: Once done, serve the crispy roasted cauliflower hot. Optionally, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the garlic powder and other seasonings to your taste preferences.
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Additional Parmesan cheese can be added before serving to enhance the flavor.
- Use fresh cauliflower for best texture and taste.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer to retain crispiness.
