This keto air fried cauliflower recipe whips up crispy cauliflower, with a few basic ingredients, in minutes!
Carbs in cauliflower - 2g net carbs
If you love roasted vegetables, try air fried cauliflower. It's quick and easy and tastes like roasted cauliflower.
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Diabetic diet
Cauliflower is a keto-friendly, low-carb vegetable. They are full of fiber and nutrients like vitamin C. Skip the bread crumbs to keep it keto.
See the nutrition facts label in the recipe card below.
Basic ingredients
- fresh cauliflower florets
Use fresh cauliflower for best results. I used a yellow cauliflower that I found at the farmer's market. - extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt
Optional Ingredients
I used a spice mix to give this recipe bold flavor. Use seasoning variations that work for you. You can choose to keep it simple or spice it up. Below are the seasonings that I used for this recipe along with some suggestions.
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- chili powder
- turmeric powder
Turmeric is a popular spice used in Indian cuisine, making this taste more like Indian air fryer cauliflower - curry powder
- onion powder
- lime juice
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions
- Frozen cauliflower can be cooked in an air fryer, if fresh cauliflower isn't available.
- Melted butter, avocado oil, or canola oil are fine substitutes for olive oil.
- Olive oil cooking spray may also be used.
Equipment
Cooking cauliflower in an air fryer results in crispy edges. Cooking time can vary depending on the air fryer model.
- air fryer oven
This recipe used a 4.5 quart air fryer. - tongs for handling hot food
How to make air fried cauliflower
Step 1: Place cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Add olive oil and toss cauliflower florets to coat.
Step 2: Prepare the seasoning blend by mixing the spices together in a small bowl.
Step 3: Season cauliflower and toss to coat.
Step 4: Arrange cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry cauliflower for 5 minutes at 400°F.
Step 5: Turn cauliflower over.
Step 6: Air fry for 5 more minutes at 400°F.
Serving suggestions
Serve air fryer cauliflower immediately, while nice and hot.
- Serve with lemon wedges to add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the table
- Top with Parmesan cheese
- Serve with a tasty dipping sauce such as blue cheese or ranch dressing
- Toss in a large mixing bowl with buffalo sauce
- Serve as a side dish
Storage
Leftover cauliflower can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat by air frying for 1 minute.
Top tips
- Use tongs to handle hot cauliflower
Frequently asked questions
At 5 grams of net carbs per serving, cauliflower is keto-friendly.
A whole head of raw cauliflower, in its packaging, can last up to a week in the fridge. Cut cauliflower florets are good for up to 3 days. Once cooked, store cauliflower in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Air fryer cauliflower recipe card
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Diabetic
Description
This keto air fried cauliflower recipe whips up crispy cauliflower, with a few basic ingredients, in minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 small head of fresh cauliflower, cut into florets (about 2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
Instructions
- Place cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Add olive oil and toss cauliflower florets to coat.
- Prepare the seasoning blend by mixing the spices together in a small bowl.
- Season cauliflower and toss to coat.
- Arrange cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a space between florets. Air fry cauliflower for 5 minutes at 400°F.
- Turn cauliflower over.
- Air fry for 5 more minutes at 400°F.
Notes
- Seasonings are optional. Use any seasoning that you like.
- Cook cauliflower until fork tender.
- Use tongs to handle hot cauliflower.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: sides
- Method: air fryer
- Cuisine: American
Jen says
Delicious! I love cauliflower prepared in pretty much any manner, but I love how easy it is to get crispy florets with the air fryer!
Jennifer says
This cauliflower isn't just easy and delish, it's gorgeous! The color is fabulous and everyone loved it!
Kim says
This was so easy and it turned out really delicious! I’ll be adding it to our dinner rotation.
Mandy Applegate says
Everybody loved this cauliflower and the fact I can now make it in my air fryer makes it even better!
Alex Bala says
This recipe is perfect for the air fryer. I have a friend that was looking for great recipes for cauliflower and this is basic easy and delicious and I think she's going to love it!
Sherry says
Yum!! Such an easy side-dish recipe that my family loved!