American · 380°F · 16 min
Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Crispy battered cauliflower tossed in Buffalo or sticky sauce: vegetarian wing night.
Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower
Roasted cauliflower is one of the most searched air fryer sides after broccoli and Brussels sprouts. Dry florets, light oil and high-ish heat give you char at the tips without boiling the stem. Finish with lemon and parsley or a spoon of tahini.
Bite-size florets
Large cores stay raw while tips burn. Cut even 1.5-inch pieces.
Dry before oil
Washed cauliflower needs a good towel-down or the basket steams.
Shake once
One mid-cook shake exposes new edges to the heat.
Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower
Prep 10 min · Cook 14 min · Total 24 min · 4 servings
Crowding. Half a head per batch. Crowded florets steam.
Basket liner (optional). Air fryer paper basket liners are optional. They catch drips and make cleanup easier. Use the molded type that fits your basket; air flows around the sides. Never cover the whole basket floor with solid foil.
Step-by-step instructions
Follow each step in order. Photos show what to look for so the basket finish matches the plate.
Prep
Toss dry cauliflower florets with oil, salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder until lightly coated.
Cauliflower florets tossed with oil and paprika
Cook
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (199°C).
Cook 14-16 minutes, shaking at 7 minutes, until the tips are deep brown and the stems are tender.
Charred cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket Squeeze lemon over the hot florets. Toss with herbs and serve.
