Air Fryer Parmesan Cauliflower
Description
Crispy air fryer Parmesan cauliflower tossed in olive oil, Parmesan, panko, and garlic, then air fried until golden. It's an easy 7-ingredient vegetable side ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Wash the cauliflower and pat it completely dry.
- Cut the cauliflower into small, even florets.
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the florets and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange the florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if needed. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket two or three times, until golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Perforated parchment liner, optional
Notes
For keto, replace the panko with crushed pork rinds. For vegan, use nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 370°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 502mgPotassium: 306mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 1mg