⏱ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Air Fry: 12–15 minutes
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Total: ~25 minutes
🍽 Servings
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4 servings
🛒 Ingredients (Everything Listed)
Cauliflower
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1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
Seasoning & Coating
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1½ tbsp olive oil (or cooking spray for lower points)
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½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp paprika
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp salt
Optional Flavor Boosters
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¼ tsp chili flakes
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
👩🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Prep Cauliflower
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Wash & thoroughly pat dry cauliflower (important for crispiness)
2️⃣ Season
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In a bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil (or spray)
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Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and all seasonings
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Mix until evenly coated
3️⃣ Air Fry
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Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes
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Arrange cauliflower in a single layer (don’t overcrowd)
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Air fry 12–15 minutes, shaking basket halfway
4️⃣ Final Crisp
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For extra crunch, air fry 2 more minutes or finish with light cooking spray
🌟 Tips for EXTRA Crisp
✔ Dry cauliflower completely
✔ Use panko instead of regular crumbs
✔ Cook in batches
✔ Don’t overcrowd basket
🧮 Nutrition & WW Points (Approx.)
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Calories: 120–140 per serving
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WW Points:
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With oil & Parmesan: 3–4 points
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With spray & no cheese: 1–2 points
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🍽 Serving Ideas
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Dip in garlic yogurt sauce
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Toss in buffalo sauce
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Sprinkle lemon zest & parsley
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Serve with marinara
🔁 Variations
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Buffalo: Toss with hot sauce after cooking
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Asian: Add soy sauce + sesame seeds
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Vegan: Skip cheese, use nutritional yeast
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Keto: Use almond flour coating
❓FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen cauliflower?
✔ Yes, thaw and pat very dry first
Q: Oven version?
✔ Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes