Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of air fryer cauliflower with parmesan—a quick and easy side dish that transforms fresh florets into a golden-brown delight. Infused with garlic and smoky paprika, each bite offers a cheesy explosion of flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds! Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish brings joy to your table while maintaining a healthy profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cauliflower florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and cut cauliflower into uniform, bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan on top and mix gently until all florets are covered.
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for about 5 minutes.
- Place seasoned florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve hot; garnish with extra parmesan or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg