Description
These Parmesan Cauliflower Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. With just 5 simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful snack.
Ingredients
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Cauliflower Bites:
- 3 cups cauliflower florets, washed and thoroughly dried; about 1 small head of cauliflower
- 2 Tablespoons butter, melted
Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Coat Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower florets with melted butter in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.
- Season: Combine Parmesan cheese, paprika, and pepper. Sprinkle over the butter-coated cauliflower and toss to coat.
- Bake: Arrange cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until edges begin to crisp.
- Serve: Enjoy hot from the oven!
- Air Fryer Instructions: Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Spray the crisper plate with olive oil, place cauliflower in a single layer, and cook for about 20 minutes or until desired tenderness.
Notes
- You can prepare the cauliflower and breading in advance for easy assembly.
- Air-tight containers are great for storing pre-breaded cauliflower florets until ready to cook.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
