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    Air Fryer Cauliflower + How To Cut and Core a Cauliflower

    Posted: Jun 16, 2020 Last Modified: Feb 19, 2021 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Curious as to how to make crispy cauliflower with an air fryer? Here’s how you can quickly make this simple Air Fryer Cauliflower!

    Plate with roasted cauliflower with 2 wedges of lime and a bit of parmesan on top

    How To Cut and Core Cauliflower

    cauliflower

    Remove the leaves off the core of the cauliflower.

    cauliflower with leaves removed.

    Cut the cauliflower head in half from the top of the crown to the bottom of the core.

    cauliflower cut in half from top to bottom

    Half the cauliflower again.

    halves of cauliflower cut in half

    Cut the core out of the cauliflower head.

    halves of cauliflower cut in half

    Use your hands and pull apart the florets, use the knife to cut through any that are too large. You’d want the florets to be a similar size to ensure even cooking.

    What You’ll Need To Make Air Fryer Cauliflower

    • cauliflower
    • olive oil
    • salt
    • onion powder
    • to top: lime wedge and parmesan

    How To Air Fry Cauliflower

    cauliflower inside an air fryer basket

    • Cut your cauliflower into florets.
    • Toss the cauliflower in olive oil, salt, and onion salt.
    • Add the cauliflower into the air fryer basket (try to have it in a single layer if possible, cook in two batches if too many overlap).
    • Cook for 12-15 minutes on 375F.
    • When done, serve with parmesan shaved on top and some lime squeezed on top.

    Topping Ideas

    • pesto sauce
    • nutritional yeast
    • romesco sauce
    • drizzle of honey and crumbled feta cheese
    • peanut sauce
    • red pepper flakes
    • herb butter

    Tips and Notes

    • Try to cook your cauliflower in a single layer if possible. If you’re in a rush and can’t do two batches, be sure to shake your basket a couple of times during the cook time.
    • For cheesy toppings, you can pop the cauliflower back in for a minute to get the cheese to melt onto the cauliflower.
    • This recipe was tested in a Philips XXL Air Fryer 
    • Got more cauliflower? Try this steamed cauliflower with breadcrumbs from Sustain My Cooking Habit!
    Plate with roasted cauliflower with 2 wedges of lime and a bit of parmesan on top

    Air Fryer Cauliflower

    Curious as to how to make crispy cauliflower with an air fryer? Here’s how you can quickly make this simple Air Fryer Cauliflower!
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    Prep Time: 8 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 12 minutes mins
    Total Time: 20 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 head cauliflower
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 2 tsp onion powder
    • to top: lime wedge and parmesan

    Equipment

    • air fryer

    Instructions

    • Cut your cauliflower into florets.
    • Toss the cauliflower in olive oil, salt, and onion salt.
    • Add the cauliflower into the air fryer basket (try to have it in a single layer if possible, cook in two batches if too many overlap).
    • Cook for 12-15 minutes on 375F.
    • When done, serve with parmesan shaved on top and some lime squeezed on top.
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    Nutrition Per Serving

    Serving: 4servings | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 626mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Healthy

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