Description
These Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites with Garlic Sauce are the ultimate feel-good snack — golden, crunchy, and baked to perfection with bold garlic flavor in every bite. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, healthy snack alternatives, or a plant-based crowd-pleaser for your next party, this recipe delivers on both flavor and texture. Oven roasted with just the right amount of seasoning, and paired with a tangy, creamy garlic dip, they’re ideal for family nights, game-day spreads, or guilt-free munching. An easy recipe that belongs in your collection of food ideas and appetizer favorites.
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets and dry them well.
3. In a bowl, toss florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cornstarch if using.
4. Spread cauliflower on baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
5. While roasting, mix together mayo, Greek yogurt or sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dipping sauce.
6. Once cauliflower is golden and crisp, remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
7. Serve immediately with garlic sauce on the side.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the cauliflower bites for 2–3 minutes after roasting.
Use vegan mayo and dairy-free yogurt to make the garlic sauce fully vegan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: baked cauliflower, healthy snack, plant-based appetizer, garlic sauce, crispy cauliflower bites