Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this air fryer garlic Parmesan cauliflower is coated in savory garlic, cheese, and breadcrumbs for a flavorful side dish or snack. Quick to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, it delivers big taste with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 medium head fresh cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash the cauliflower thoroughly, pat dry, and cut into evenly sized florets.
- Place the florets in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss well to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and salt.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the cauliflower and toss until all florets are evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes if required.
- Arrange the cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crisp-tender.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the basket to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Pat cauliflower dry thoroughly before coating to prevent sogginess.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or substitute almond flour.
- For a keto version, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 142 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
