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Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower

Cauliflower florets tossed with oil and warm spices and air fried until the edges char and the centres turn sweet and tender.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets, dried well
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt plus more to finish
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • lemon wedges and chopped parsley to serve

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Toss the dry florets with the oil and all the spices.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for 3 minutes.
  3. Cook in a single layer 12 to 16 minutes, shaking twice, until deeply browned at the edges and fork-tender.
  4. Salt the hot cauliflower and serve with lemon and parsley.

Notes

Dry the florets so they char rather than steam.
Cut a flat side on each floret for maximum contact with the basket.
The charred bits are the best part — don't pull it early.