Roasted Cauliflower in the Air Fryer
Here's a recipe for classic roasted cauliflower cooked in the air fryer. This recipe focuses on simplicity and health, using an air fryer for faster, healthier cooking.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pcs cauliflower head large
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
Prep the Cauliflower:
- Rinse the cauliflower and cut it into small florets.Make sure the florets are uniform in size for even cooking.
Spice Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.Stir well to combine.
Marinate the Cauliflower:
- Place the cauliflower florets in the bowl with the spice mixture.Use a brush to make sure all the florets are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
Cook:
- Arrange the cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket.Make sure they are not too crowded, as they need room to crisp up.Air fry for about 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden and crisp.Turn them halfway through for even cooking.Start the online kitchen timer here
Serve:
- Let the cauliflower rest for 5 minutes after cooking.Serve as a delicious, healthy side dish alongside your main meal.
Notes
- Experiment with different spices for variation.
- For a cheesy version, sprinkle grated Parmesan over the cauliflower during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 6kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.1gFat: 1gSaturated fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated fat: 0.4gSodium: 97mgPotassium: 11mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 124IUVitamin B2: 0.003mgVitamin B3: 0.03mgVitamin B5: 0.01mgVitamin B6: 0.01mgVitamin C: 0.1mgVitamin E: 0.1mgVitamin K: 1µgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mgMagnesium: 1mgPhosphorus: 2mgSelenium: 0.1µgZinc: 0.02mgNet carbohydrates: 0.3g
