Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these oven-baked cauliflower bites are a delightful combination of savory Parmesan cheese and the subtle earthiness of cauliflower, perfect for snacking or as a unique appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray or 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower bites out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spray lightly with olive oil or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using different herbs or seasonings. Don’t forget to avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg