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Air Fryer Cauliflower

A delicious and healthy side dish made with cauliflower, seasoned and air-fried to crispy perfection.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Healthy, Vegan
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 pound Cauliflower (about 1 small head)

Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Sweet or Spicy Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower. Start by washing your cauliflower thoroughly under cold running water. Shake off any excess water and then carefully remove the leaves and the core. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  • Step 2: Mix the Seasoning. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sweet or spicy paprika, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Whisk it all together until well mixed.
  • Step 3: Coat the Cauliflower. Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss the cauliflower until evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
  • Step 4: Air Fry the Cauliflower. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. Once preheated, carefully place the cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Step 5: Cook to Perfection. Cook the cauliflower at 400°F (200°C) for about 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • Step 6: Serve and Enjoy. Once cooked, remove the cauliflower from the air fryer and serve it hot.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl

Notes

For an extra kick, feel free to add some crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix. Make sure to cut the cauliflower florets into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.