Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower made with panko bread crumbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, flax egg, cauliflower florets, extra-virgin olive oil

Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower

These golden, panko-crusted cauliflower florets are seasoned with a bold blend of smoked paprika and garlic, then air-fried until perfectly crispy. A quick and easy plant-based side dish or savory snack that pairs beautifully with vegan ranch or chipotle sauce.

4 servings
Updated

Price per Serving

AUD: A$ 0.86
EUR: € 0.64
GBP: £ 0.55
USD: $ 0.71
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#panko#spicy#vegan#crispy#air fryer#easy side#cauliflower

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a shallow dish, whisk together panko bread crumbs (1 cup), smoked paprika (1.5 tsp), garlic powder (0.5 tsp), onion powder (0.5 tsp), cayenne pepper (0.5 tsp), and tsp sea salt (0.25 heaping).

  2. 2

    In a separate small bowl, prepare the egg (1 flax) and allow it to thicken for a few minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat your air fryer to 370°F.

  4. 4

    Dip each of the cauliflower florets (2 cup) into the flax egg wash, then roll them in the panko mixture until evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Arrange the breaded cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil (2 tbsp) and air fry for 9 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Season to taste and serve immediately with your choice of vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

186
kcal
5
Protein (g)
24
Carbs (g)
8
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Fiber 3 g
Sugars 2 g

Micronutrients

iron
2mg
38% DV
sodium
310mg
54% DV
calcium
29mg
9% DV
potassium
205mg
17% DV
vitamin a
28mcg
12% DV
vitamin c
36mg
158% DV
vitamin k
12mcg
40% DV

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