Air-Fried Mediterranean Anti-Inflammatory Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Tahini Sauce
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Water to thin
Instructions
1. Prep the cauliflower
Wash and dry the cauliflower well.
Cut into bite-sized florets.
2. Season
In a large bowl, mix:
- olive oil
- turmeric
- paprika
- garlic powder
- cumin
- salt
- pepper
- lemon juice
Add cauliflower and toss until fully coated.
3. Air fry
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Place cauliflower in a single layer.
- Air fry for 15–18 minutes.
- Shake basket halfway through.
- Cook until golden and crispy.
4. Make the sauce
Mix tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic.
Add a little water until creamy.
5. Serve
Drizzle sauce over cauliflower and top with:
- parsley
- sesame seeds
- chopped cucumber
- olives (optional)


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