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Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites

These Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites are golden-brown, crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with a creamy garlic dip that's simply irresistible.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
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
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 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.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
  1. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 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

For the best texture, enjoy the bites fresh. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.