This Air Fryer Cauliflower is perfectly tender and full of flavour. An easy and healthy side dish that’s ready in 15 minutes – make it with fresh or frozen cauliflower!
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Air Fryer Cauliflower
We eat a ton of veggies in our house and cauliflower is one that makes a regular appearance. There are so many ways to prepare cauliflower and it’s one of our favourite veggies because of its versatility and the way it takes on the flavours of whatever you cook with it! Cooking cauliflower in the air fryer is our new favourite way to enjoy it – trust us, you’re going to love this Air Fryer Cauliflower!
Why should I use an Air Fryer to make Cauliflower?
If you’ve been gifted an air fryer for the holidays and it’s been sitting on your shelf collecting dust, or if you’ve been thinking about picking up an air fryer for awhile but haven’t yet, we’d HIGHLY recommend getting started. An air fryer is a fantastic kitchen appliance for achieving that oven-crisp or fried texture in a fraction of the time with next to no added fat, and to be honest it’s a kitchen appliance we’d have a hard time living without!
What kind of Air Fryer should I use?
If you’re looking for a great Air Fryer to buy, we recommend these ones:
- A great Air Fryer for space-saving (2 quart capacity)
- The perfect Air Fryer for large families with a dual basket feature
- A standard Air Fryer for everyday use (works well for a family of 2 to 4 people)
- A large Air Fryer for everyday use (works well for a family of 2 to 4 people)
Air Fryer Cauliflower Ingredients
- fresh or frozen cauliflower
- olive oil or olive oil cooking spray
- salt
- garlic powder
- pepper
- paprika
- lemon juice (optional)
How to Make Cauliflower in the Air Fryer
Time needed: 15 minutes
Follow these tips for the perfect Air Fryer Cauliflower every time!
- Wash and DRY the cauliflower.
Be sure to start with dry cauliflower to achieve the perfect texture.
- Cut into florets.
Keep the florets as close to the same size as possible for even cooking.
- Preheat your air fryer.
Preheating your air fryer will cut down on cooking time.
- Spray with a small amount of oil.
Use an oil spray to help the seasoning stick to the cauliflower florets.
- Season the cauliflower well.
Seasoning the cauliflower adds a ton of flavour!
- Air fry in a single layer.
Overcrowding the air fryer can cause the cauliflower to steam and become soggy. For the perfect texture, avoid overcrowding and air fry in a single layer.
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Can I make this recipe with frozen cauliflower?
Yes! Air fry your frozen cauliflower at 400 F (200 C) for 5 minutes. Take out and shake very well. Air Fry again for another 7-8 minutes. They’re done when they start to brown.
Can I add different seasonings to this recipe?
Yes! If you prefer different flavours, feel free to experiment with seasonings according to your tastes.
We hope you love this air fryer recipe as much as we do! Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favourite way to prepare cauliflower? We’d love to know!
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Air Fryer Cauliflower
Recipe: Equipment
Recipe: Instructions
- Wash and cut your cauliflower into florets (bite-sized). Let the florets drip and dry out on a paper towel lined plate or clean kitchen towel.
- Preheat your Air Fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) while you get everything else ready.
- In a bowl, over the florets, spray (or drizzle) olive oil, sprinkle the spices and lemon juice (if using). Mix them well so that the florets are coated all over.
- Spray or drizzle ½ tbsp of oil in your air fryer
- Place your cauliflower florets in the basket or tray of your Air Fryer in a single layer, so that they don’t overlap.
- Air Fry at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) for 5-7 minutes, shaking your basket halfway. Your cauliflower florets are done when they start to brown. Do the same with the other half of your florets, if cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding (this will depend on the size of your air fryer).
- Enjoy!
Recipe: Notes
To make with frozen cauliflower:
Preheat your Air Fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) while you get everything ready. Don’t thaw your cauliflower at all. If there’s excess ice buildup on your cauliflower florets rinse them under water and dry them with paper towels. Add the florets to a bowl and mix with the oil and spices. Place in the Air Fryer basket/tray and air fry at 400 F (200 C) for 5 minutes. Take out and shake very well. Air Fry again for another 7-8 minutes. Your cauliflower florets are done when they start to brown.Storage:
This cauliflower will keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.Reheating:
Place your cauliflower in your Air Fryer. Add 1/3 cup of water on the bottom of your AF and run it at 350 F (175 C) for 3-5 minutes shaking the basket/tray halfway.Recipe: Nutrition
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.