Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites with Garlic Sauce
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites with Garlic Sauce are the perfect guilt-free snack that will have everyone craving more. These golden, crunchy florets are seasoned to perfection and roasted until crispy. Paired with a creamy garlic sauce, they deliver an explosion of flavor, making them ideal for game days, movie nights, or as a healthy appetizer. Delight in these bites that combine health and taste seamlessly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan option)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Toss the cauliflower florets until evenly coated.
- Spread the florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Once baked, serve warm with the garlic sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 cauliflower bites (100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg