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Air Fryer Cauliflower with Herbs and Lemon

Published: Jun 8, 2021 · Modified: Jun 15, 2022 by Kristina Tipps · This post may contain affiliate links for which I earn a small commission.

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Air Fryer Cauliflower with Herbs and Lemon is made with fresh parsley and thyme and squeezed with tangy lemon. Air fried for just 12 minutes, this cauliflower makes an easy, healthy and delicious side dish. Customize it with your favorite mix of herbs.

air fried cauliflower with lemon and herbs in a white bowl
Air Fryer Cauliflower
Table Of Contents
  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • Step-By-Step Directions
  • Recipe
  • Storing
  • Recipe Reviews

Making air fried cauliflower is incredibly simple! Whether you are tossing it in herbs and spices or a scrumptious sauce, the cook time and temperature remain the same.

When cooking air fryer cauliflower, remember these primary variables.

Temperature: 400°F (204°C)

Time: 12 minutes (or more for larger florets)

Turn Halfway? Yes

Oil Needed? Yes for getting herbs and seasonings to stick / No if using a sauce

Whether you're new to the air fryer or a pro looking to try new recipes, I hope you are enjoying the air fryer as much as I am. It makes cooking healthy, easy, and less stressful. I use my Instant Pot air fryer almost every day, especially when it's too warm outside to turn on the oven!

More Easy Air Fryer Recipes to Try

  • Air Fryer Green Beans
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air fried cauliflower with lemon and herbs in a white bowl
Air Fryer Cauliflower

Ingredients and Substitutions

A little olive oil and lemon and lots of salt, pepper and fresh herbs are all it takes to bring out the flavors of this air fried cauliflower.

While this recipe uses a mix of fresh parsley and thyme, you can use your favorite seasonings or sauce.

Cauliflower has a mild taste. It takes on the flavors or the seasonings it's cooked with, so make sure to use plenty of them. Cauliflower is versatile and goes well with nearly any herb, sauce, and seasoning.

There is no need to change the air frying time if swapping out ingredients.

Herb Pairings for Cauliflower

  • basil
  • coriander
  • cumin
  • cilantro
  • dill
  • mint
  • parsley
  • rosemary
  • thyme
  • oregano
  • Italian blend

Use fresh, dried, or lightly dried herbs.

Other Seasonings for Cauliflower

  • garlic (powder, salt, minced)
  • ginger
  • chili pepper
  • cajun seasoning
  • dry ranch seasoning
  • paprika
  • lemon
  • jerk seasoning
  • nutritional yeast

Sauces Ideas for Cauliflower

  • buffalo
  • chimichurri
  • ranch
  • honey garlic
  • pesto
  • sesame
How To Convert Fresh Herbs to Fresh Herbs

The general rule of thumb is to use one-third the amount of dried herb for the fresh herb called for. For example, if the recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of fresh parsley, use 1 tablespoon dry parsley. If a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs, use 1 teaspoon dried.

air fryer cauliflower with herbs and lemon on a plate
Air Fryer Cauliflower

Step-By-Step Directions

First, wash the cauliflower and cut it into ½ to 1 inch pieces. Dry them as best you can.

Then toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs/seasonings. If using a sauce, there is no need to use olive oil.

uncooked cauliflower in the basket of air fryer sprinkled with herbs and spices
Step 1

Add cauliflower to the basket or tray of the air fryer. Set to 400° Fahrenheit for 12 minutes. Toss at the halfway mark.

cauliflower cooked in the air fryer
Step 2

Remove cauliflower from the air fryer and squeeze with lemon. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe

air fryer cauliflower with herbs and lemon on a plate

Air Fryer Cauliflower with Herbs and Lemon

Kristina Tipps
Air Fryer Cauliflower with Herbs and Lemon is made with fresh parsley and thyme and sprinkled with crisp lemon. Air fried for just 12 minutes, this cauliflower makes an easy, healthy and delicious side dish. Customize it with your favorite mix of herbs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes minutes
Total Time 17 minutes minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 84 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped into ½ inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 3 tablespoon fresh parsley
  • 1 lemon

Instructions
 

  • Wash, dry, and cut the cauliflower.
  • Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
  • Add to the basket or tray of the air fryer. Set to 400° Fahrenheit (204°C) for 12 minutes. Toss halfway through.
  • When done, remove from air fryer and squeeze with lemon. Toss and serve.

Notes

Alternatively, use your favorite seasonings or sauce. There is no need to change the air frying time if swapping out ingredients.
Use fresh, dried, or lightly dried herbs.
If using dried or lightly dried herbs, use one-third the amount of fresh herb called for. For example, instead of 3 tablespoons of fresh parsley, use 1 tablespoon dried parsley. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 627mgPotassium: 527mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 527IUVitamin C: 98mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 2mg
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Storing

Air fryer cauliflower will keep in the fridge for 5-7 days. This makes it great for meal prepping or planning ahead. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.

I hope you enjoy this recipe and will let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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  1. Genevieve says

    June 11, 2021 at 3:59 pm

    5 stars
    I love a good air fryer recipe and cauliflower with herbs sounds great!

    Reply
  2. Michelle Huston says

    June 10, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    5 stars
    I Love a good Air Fryer recipe. This one looks amazing. I cannot wait to fix this tonight.

    Reply
  3. Toni Okamoto says

    June 10, 2021 at 2:28 pm

    5 stars
    So good! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  4. Audrey says

    June 10, 2021 at 11:48 am

    5 stars
    This was yummy!

    Reply
  5. Addie says

    June 09, 2021 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    These were so crispy and delicious! Such a great air fryer recipe!

    Reply
  6. Alexandra says

    June 08, 2021 at 10:50 pm

    5 stars
    My new favourite way to enjoy cauliflower - it came out so well in the air fryer, and the herbs and lemon added such a delicious flavour. Will make again!

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    June 08, 2021 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    The cauliflower turned out so good in the air fryer! We enjoyed the herbs, but I’ll definitely play around with your sauce recommendations next time.

    Reply
  8. Debra says

    June 08, 2021 at 10:22 pm

    5 stars
    Yes, please. One of the best recipes I've made yet in the air fryer. Pinning to have on hand.

    Reply
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