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air fryer cauliflower tots recipe

Air Fryer Cauliflower Tots Recipe: 7 Simple Tips for Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy and flavorful air fryer cauliflower tots, a healthy alternative to traditional tater tots.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium head of cauliflower, riced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rice the cauliflower using a food processor or box grater.
  3. Steam the riced cauliflower for 5 minutes until tender, then drain excess moisture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the riced cauliflower, cheddar cheese, almond flour, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  5. Mix until fully combined.
  6. Form the mixture into small tot shapes.
  7. Place the tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  8. Cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
  9. Remove and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute cheese with nutritional yeast and eggs with flax eggs.
  • Experiment with different cheese varieties for unique flavors.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or sriracha.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tots
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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