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Air Fryer Cauliflower

Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cauliflower (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-size florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Spread florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed. Cook for 12 minutes, shaking the basket at the 6-minute mark, until edges are golden and a fork pierces stems easily.
  3. Transfer to a plate, finish with flaky salt or a squeeze of lemon, and serve immediately.

Notes

Shake the basket firmly but gently so florets flip without breaking apart. If your air fryer runs hot, check a minute early to avoid burning the tips.