Are you looking for a savory dish that is jam-packed with flavor (and sauce) that will fit your strict diet? Then look no more because I have the perfect dish for you. These air-fried buffalo cauliflower bites are the perfect finger food that can be served as a side dish or an appetizer.
Heck, it can even trump your classing buffalo chicken wings! You can even trick your kids into eating this because it does not taste like a veggie at all!
And the best part aside from it being super healthy? It takes less than 20 minutes to cook! With that said, here is how you can make your own buffalo cauliflower in the air fryer!
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How to make air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites
What I love about this recipe is that although this is a healthier version of your buffalo wings, you can still get the same taste without removing the buffalo sauce from the recipe! This makes it a perfect appetizer or side dish for all ages and occasions.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower – I recommend using a 1/2 head of cauliflower that is already broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce – you can use your favorite buffalo sauce (e.g. Frank’s red hot buffalo sauce, etc.)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil – this will help the seasoning stick to your cauliflower easily plus make it crispy!
- 1 tsp Garlic powder – to add some extra flavor to your cauliflower bites
- 1/2 tsp Salt – to taste
- Your favorite dipping sauce – ranch dressing, french onion dip, hot sauce, or any of your favorite creamy dip
- Celery – optional but a great pairing!
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized cauliflower florets if you have not yet.
Transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and gently stir with all the remaining ingredients to coat the cauliflower. (buffalo sauce, garlic powder, olive oil, salt).
Grease your air fryer then place the cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure you do not overcrowd the cauliflower bits.
Cook at 375 degrees F for about 12 to 15 minutes or until the pieces are slightly brown.
Best eaten hot/warm. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and celery sticks.
How to serve buffalo cauliflower
You can easily make this recipe at home with the purpose of serving it in different ways with different pairings! Aside from your favorite creamy dips, here are more ways how you can serve these crispy and crunchy cauliflower buffalo bites:
- Pair with tacos
- On a healthy salad or buddha bowl
- With a healthy soup
- Add in a veggie wrap
- Game day appetizer paired with some healthy air fryer kale chips or crispy sweet potato fries
More tips for the best air fryer buffalo cauliflower recipe
These air fryer buffalo cauliflower wings are definitely easy and quick to make. But if you want more tips on how to perfect this recipe, then here are some I can give you:
- Make sure that you do not overcrowd the cauliflower in the air fryer basket or they will not become crispy. Arrange the cauliflower in a single layer and just cook in batches if necessary.
- Make sure that you coat the cauliflower bites thoroughly.
- You can put the sauce over the cauliflower twice if you want a more intense flavor. Once during preparation and another one halfway through the cooking time.
- You can already preheat your air fryer while preparing your cauliflower bites.
How to store your buffalo cauliflower
If you have some leftover buffalo cauliflower or you want to save them for another day, you can store your buffalo cauliflower in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
To reheat, place the cauliflower back in the air fryer for a few minutes so that it can become crispy again.
Is this air fryer buffalo cauliflower recipe healthy?
If you are wondering if this air fryer buffalo cauliflower recipe is healthy then my answer to that is yes! This recipe is vegan-friendly and low carb, too!
In general, cauliflower is high in fiber and B vitamins. It also is rich in antioxidants that can protect against cancer. Cauliflower is fat-free and cholesterol-free and it is low in sodium.
And because you are using an air fryer, you can retain these health benefits because you will not be using tons of oil to cook the cauliflower! Unlike deep frying which is very unhealthy, you will only be using a few drops of oil and let the air fryer do its thing!
Easy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These cauliflower buffalo bites are a great alternative to chicken wings and are so much easier and quicker to cook! You just need a few ingredients and your air fryer, and you are good to go!
Ingredients
- 1/2 head of Cauliflower
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- Your favorite dipping sauce
- Celery
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized cauliflower florets if you have not yet.
- Transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and gently stir with all the remaining ingredients to coat the cauliflower. (buffalo sauce, garlic powder, olive oil, salt).
- Grease your air fryer then place the cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure you do not overcrowd the cauliflower bits.
- Cook at 375 degrees F for about 12 to 15 minutes or until the pieces are slightly brown.
- Best eaten hot/warm. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and celery sticks.
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