Vegan Cheesy Cauliflower Bites
Craving something cheesy, crispy, and plant-based? Say hello to your new go-to snack:ย Vegan Cheesy Cauliflower Bitesย ๐ฅ. These little golden nuggets are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and smothered in a gooey dairy-free cheese sauce. Perfect for game day, parties, or just snacking your heart out ๐.
๐ Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets ๐ฅฆ
- 1 tbsp olive oil ๐ซ
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast ๐
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder ๐ง
- Salt & pepper to taste ๐ง
- 1/4 cup vegan cheese sauce (store-bought or homemade) ๐ง
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish ๐ฟ
- Vegan ranch or dipping sauce (optional but highly recommended) ๐ฅฃ
๐ฅ Air Fry It:
- Preheatย your air fryer to 390ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 3โ5 minutes.
- In a bowl,ย toss the cauliflowerย with olive oil, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Place in the air fryer basketย in a single layer. Cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry for 15โ18 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy โจ.
- Drizzle or toss with vegan cheese sauceย immediately while hot.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs, serve with your favorite dip, and devour! ๐คค
๐งฎ Nutrition Info (per serving โ makes about 4 servings):
Estimated values based on standard ingredients.
- Calories:ย 145 kcal ๐ฅ
- Protein:ย 4g ๐ช
- Carbs:ย 10g ๐
- Fiber:ย 3g ๐ฟ
- Fat:ย 10g ๐ฅ
- Saturated Fat:ย 1g
- Sugar:ย 2g ๐ญ
- Net Carbs:ย ~7g (great for low-ish carb lovers!)
โ Vegan | โ Gluten-Free | โ Air Fryer-Friendly