Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower Bites

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Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower Bites are the perfect healthy snack, appetizer, or side dish! Lightly seasoned and air-fried to perfection, they deliver a satisfying crunch on the outside while staying tender on the inside.

Whether you’re dipping them in your favorite sauce, tossing them in a spicy buffalo glaze, or serving them alongside a hearty meal, these cauliflower bites are a game-changer. Plus, they cook up quickly in the air fryer with minimal oil—making them a guilt-free, flavor-packed treat you’ll keep coming back for!

Ingredients:

1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Creamy Garlic Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes.

Air Fry the Cauliflower: Arrange the cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender.

Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.

Serve: Once the cauliflower bites are done, transfer them to a serving plate.

Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the roasted cauliflower bites and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.