Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites with Garlic Sauce Magic
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites with Garlic Sauce Magic are your new favorite snack! These golden-brown, crunchy bites are tender on the inside and bursting with flavor. Paired with a creamy garlic sauce that’s both tangy and light, they make an ideal appetizer for game nights or a healthy snack option. Impress your guests with this delightful dish that combines nutritious cauliflower with savory spices for a truly magical experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 500g), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse and dry cauliflower florets thoroughly, then place in a bowl.
- Toss cauliflower with olive oil until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each floret in the breadcrumb mixture and arrange them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the sauce.
- Serve hot with the garlic sauce drizzled over or on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg