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Air fryer cauliflower bites are tender on the inside, a little crispy on the outside and expertly seasoned with an assortment of spices. Make roasted cauliflower in air fryer as a simple side dish or a fun appetizer with a dip. This cauliflower bites air fryer recipe is diet-friendly, tastes great and is ready in just 20 minutes.
The best air fryer cauliflower bites are just moments away from your mouth. Wonderful as a side dish or appetizer, you can add cauliflower bites air fryer to salads or turn them into a delicious soup. Cauliflower has a meaty, filling texture but makes a great, low-calorie snack.
If you love roasted vegetables try my Parmesan Roasted Glazed Carrots, Roasted Garlic Butter Mushrooms or Crispy Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes.
Why You’ll Love This Roasted Cauliflower in Air Fryer
- It’s diet-friendly. It’s the best air fryer cauliflower because it is keto, paleo, whole30, low-carb, gluten-free and can be made vegetarian and vegan by swapping the parmesan cheese for a suitable substitute.
- It’s a quick recipe. Get that slow roasted flavor in just 10 minutes.
- It’s perfect for meal prep. This cauliflower can be served hot or cold, so enjoy it as a side dish and then save the leftover to use in salads or as a low-carb snack.
Air Fryer Cauliflower Ingredients
- Cauliflower: Cut a medium head of cauliflower into florets
- Seasoning: combine turmeric powder, red chili powder, garlic powder, kosher salt and ground black pepper.
- Olive Oil: use any light, neutral-flavored oil.
- Cheese: freshly grated parmesan cheese has a nutty flavor.
- Cilantro: chopped to garnish.
- Lemon Wedges: to serve.
How To Make Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
- Prepare the equipment. Preheat the Air Fryer to 380 degrees F.
- Mix the spices. In a small bowl/plate, combine turmeric powder, red chili powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.
- Season the cauliflower. Sprinkle the spices over the cauliflower florets and pour the olive oil. Toss them to coat well. Add the parmesan cheese and toss it again until evenly coated.
- Air fry the cauliflower. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry them for 10-12 minutes until the cauliflower turns golden brown.
- Garnish and serve. Once done, transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter, garnish with cilantro, and serve it with your favorite dip and lemon wedges on the sides.
Tips To Make the Best Air Fried Cauliflower
- Wash and dry the cauliflower before cutting.
- Cut the florets into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Check out our post for tips on How To Cut Cauliflower.
- For better texture, fresh cauliflower is preferred over frozen cauliflower.
- Customize the seasoning to your preferences or to pair with a meal.
- Air fryer times are approximate. Make adjustments based on your model.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches if needed.
- Swap out the seasonings for your favorite blend of herbs and spices.
- Serve with your favorite dip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trim off the long stem and then cut the cauliflower in half. Use a sharp knife to cut out the core. The florets will now separate easily with your hands, or use the tip of a knife to pry them apart.
Fresh cauliflower will yield a much more desirable texture, but you can use frozen cauliflower. Thaw and drain any excess moisture and pat dry with paper towels. Frozen cauliflower will have a mushier texture than fresh cauliflower.
Cauliflower is low in carbs and takes on the flavors of the seasonings. Cauliflower is a great substitute for rice or meat and a staple ingredient in many diets. Cauliflower is high in fiber and loaded with nutrients and antioxidants.
Store leftover cauliflower in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat for a few minutes in the air fryer. You can reheat in the microwave, but this will result in a mushy texture.
I do not recommend freezing this cauliflower dish because it will get mushy afterwards.
These cauliflower bites can be served as an appetizer or next to a main dish like Chicken, Steaks, Salmon or Shrimp.
More Cauliflower Recipes
- Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Bites
- Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bread Sticks
- Cauliflower Pizza
- Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
- Chopped cilantro, to garnish
- Lemon wedges, to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 380 degrees F.
- Mix the spices together in a small bowl/plate; turmeric powder, red chili powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle the spices over the cauliflower florets and pour the olive oil. Toss them to coat well.
- Add the parmesan cheese and toss it again until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry them for 10-12 minutes until the cauliflower turns golden brown.
- Once done, transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter, garnish with cilantro, and serve it with your favorite dip and lemon wedges on the sides.
Notes
- Avoid cauliflower with brown spots.
- Wash and dry the cauliflower before cutting.
- Use a sharp knife when cutting the cauliflower into florets.
- Cut the florets into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Check out our post for tips on how to cut cauliflower.
- For better texture, fresh cauliflower is preferred over frozen cauliflower.
- Customize the seasoning to your preferences or to pair with a meal.
- Air fryer times are approximate. Make adjustments based on your model.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches if needed.
- Check the cauliflower every few minutes and give the air fryer basket a shake to prevent the cauliflower from burning.
- Swap out the seasonings for your favorite blend of herbs and spices.
- Serve with your favorite dip.
