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Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites

Transform ordinary cauliflower into perfectly crispy bites, served with a creamy garlic sauce that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Bites
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret in the beaten eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the coated cauliflower on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dried parsley to make the garlic sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve the baked cauliflower bites with the garlic sauce for dipping.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture. Pro tip: Don’t skip toasting the garlic for enhanced flavor!