Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks
Craving guilt-free goodness? These air fryer cauliflower steaks are seasoned with an Italian blend and parmesan cheese and deliver crunch, bold flavors, and simple prep for a nutritious, hassle-free dish.
Servings: 6
Calories: 92kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- spray oil for air fryer basket
- fresh chopped parsley and extra grated parmesan optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Prep the cauliflower: rinse under cool water and pat dry. Remove the leaves by pulling or cutting them off with a knife, leaving the core intact. Discard the inedible leaves.1 large head cauliflower
- Trim the bottom stem so it’s stable on the cutting board. Cut the head in half, then cut each half in 1-inch thick slices. Save any broken off pieces to cook separately.
- Brush cauliflower slices with oil and sprinkle on the seasonings and cheese.2 tablespoons olive oil , 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- Lightly spray the basket with oil and place the cauliflower slices in the basket, making sure they aren’t overlapping.spray oil for air fryer basket
- Cook for 6 minutes. Carefully turn and continue cooking for 6-8 more minutes or until steaks are tender and have reached desired crispiness.
- Remove slices from the basket and garnish with parsley and additional parmesan if using.fresh chopped parsley and extra grated parmesan
Notes
- Use a sharp knife for smoother slicing.
- You’ll get about 4-6 slices from a large head of cauliflower.
- Make sure the steaks are placed in the basket flat, in a single layer and without overlapping for best results.
- Take care when turning as the slices may fall apart.
- Cook smaller or broken pieces separately, after you've finished cooking the slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes.
- Oven bake directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place steaks on a lightly greased or parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for about 30 minutes until tender, browned and at desired crispness.
Nutrition
Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 294mg | Potassium: 431mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg