Easy Air Fryer Cauliflower for a Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner
This dish transforms humble cauliflower into a crispy, golden delight that bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Cauliflower
- 1 head Cauliflower, cut into florets Approximately one head of cauliflower.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For tossing the cauliflower.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For a hint of smokiness.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
- 1 handful Fresh Parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by removing leaves and stem, then cut into evenly sized florets (1 to 1.5 inches).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cauliflower florets with olive oil and toss until evenly coated.
- Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss again until all florets are well-coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Set the air fryer timer for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Once cooked, remove the basket and transfer the cauliflower to a serving dish.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, consider adding cayenne pepper for spice or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.