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Easy Air Fryer Cauliflower

Easy air fryer cauliflower seasoned with garlic, oregano, and smoked paprika!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 69kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 1 Cauliflower leaves and stalk removed, broken into florets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Oregano

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
  • Place the prepared cauliflower florets in a large bowl and stir in the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until the cauliflower florets are coated.
    1 Cauliflower, 1 tablespoon Olive Oil, ½ teaspoon Sea Salt, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika, ½ teaspoon Oregano
  • Air fry for 12-15 minutes until crispy on the outside and tender in the middle. Flip the florets with tongs every 3-4 minutes

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • Make sure the cauliflower florets are in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure they cook evenly. Depending on what size air fryer you have, you may need to air fry the cauliflower in several batches.
  • Keep a close eye on the cauliflower as it can burn quite easily. Turn each floret regularly to prevent this from happening.
 
Variations:
  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the cauliflower before air frying for an air fryer cauliflower cheese!
  • Coat the cauliflower in panko breadcrumbs before roasting it in the air fryer.
  • Add some broccoli for air fryer cauliflower and broccoli.
  • Use different seasonings. Indian spices like cumin and turmeric work well with cauliflower.
  • Like food spicy? Sprinkle over chilli flakes at the end of cooking.
 
Storage:
The roasted cauliflower is best eaten fresh, straight out of the air fryer.
Store - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat - In the air fryer at 180C for 3 minutes, in the oven, or in a microwave. They can also be eaten cold or at room temperature.
Freeze - Not suitable for home freezing due to the high moisture content of cauliflower.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 
Nutrition Facts
Easy Air Fryer Cauliflower
Amount per Serving
Calories
69
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Sodium
 
334
mg
15
%
Potassium
 
443
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
8
g
3
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
128
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
69
mg
84
%
Calcium
 
37
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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