Description
These Parmesan Cauliflower Bites are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional appetizers. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with flavor, they are perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Bites:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Ingredients: Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place on the baking sheet and lightly spray with oil.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- You can air fry these at 375°F for about 15 minutes.
- Try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
