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Air fryer cauliflower in a serving bowl with a serving spoon next to bowls of spices and chopped cilantro and a juiced lemon half.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower

This easy air fryer cauliflower with red onion, ras el hanout, and lemon turns a humble vegetable into a boldly seasoned, golden-edged side dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side, Side Dish, Sides
Cuisine: American/Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 as a side
Author: Emily Teel

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower (about 1 1/2 to 2 lb), including greens, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced into slivers
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon ras el hanout
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Get ready. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Season the vegetables. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower and the red onion slivers. Drizzle with the olive oil, and sprinkle in Ras al Hanout, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
  • Air fry the cauliflower. Arrange the vegetables in a single layer in the air-fryer basket. If necessary, cook in batches. Cook, shaking the basket or flipping the florets about halfway through, until cauliflower florets are completely tender and the edges of the vegetables begin to singe to a pleasant golden-brown color, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Finish and serve. Once done, transfer cauliflower to a serving bowl or platter. Immediately sprinkle with lemon zest and drizzle with the lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Top with chopped parsley or cilantro, if you like.

Notes

  • Shop this recipe: Visit our shop to browse quality Mediterranean ingredients, including the olive oil and ras el hanout used in this recipe.
  • Storage: Store any leftover air fryer cauliflower in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will keep well for up to 3 days. It will lose its crisp edges, but it's still a great addition to salads or grain bowls. 

Nutrition

Calories: 120.6kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.3g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 7.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.2g | Sodium: 336mg | Potassium: 526.4mg | Fiber: 4.7g | Sugar: 4.6g | Vitamin A: 29.1IU | Vitamin C: 85.7mg | Calcium: 66.3mg | Iron: 1.4mg

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