Golden Crispy Cauliflower Bites
Golden Crispy Cauliflower Bites are the perfect snack or appetizer. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked to crunchy perfection, these bites are even better with a zesty herby yogurt dip or a drizzle of tangy Buffalo sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp hot sauce optional for spicier bites
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce for Buffalo sauce, optional
- 1/4 cup butter melted, for Buffalo sauce, optional
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise for Herby Yogurt Dip
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt for Herby Yogurt Dip
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for Herby Yogurt Dip
- 1/2 tsp dried dill for Herby Yogurt Dip
- 1/4 tsp sea salt for Herby Yogurt Dip
- 1/4 tsp black pepper for Herby Yogurt Dip
- fresh lime juice squeeze, for Herby Yogurt Dip
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or set a wire rack on top of it for even crisping.
- In one bowl, whisk together eggs and hot sauce. In another bowl, combine Panko bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the egg mixture, then into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere. Place coated florets on the baking sheet or rack.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the florets and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- If desired, toss baked cauliflower in melted butter mixed with hot sauce. Return to oven for 5 minutes to set the sauce.
- Mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, parsley, dill, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve the crispy cauliflower bites hot with the yogurt dip on the side. Enjoy!
Notes
For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal
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