Here’s a simple, crispy Air Fryer Baked Cauliflower 🥦✨
Golden on the outside, tender inside—perfect as a snack or side.
🥦 Air Fryer Baked Cauliflower
Ingredients
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1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
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2 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (to taste)
Optional Flavor Boosters
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Parmesan cheese
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Chili flakes
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Lemon zest or juice
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Curry powder or cumin
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Air Fryer
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Preheat to 380°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
2️⃣ Season
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Toss cauliflower with olive oil and seasonings until well coated.
3️⃣ Air Fry
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Place in basket in a single layer.
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Cook 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.
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Cook longer for extra crispiness.
4️⃣ Finish
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Add parmesan in last 2 minutes (optional).
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Squeeze lemon juice before serving.
💡 Tips & Variations
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For extra crispy, add 1 tbsp cornstarch before air frying.
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Make it buffalo-style: toss with buffalo sauce after cooking.
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Make it vegan cheesy with nutritional yeast.
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Serve with garlic yogurt or tahini dip.