Cheesy Air Fryer Cauliflower Gratin

This air fryer cauliflower gratin is a cheesy, flavorful, and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The cauliflower is roasted in the air fryer until tender and slightly caramelized, and then topped with a creamy cheese sauce and a crunchy breadcrumb topping.

Cauliflower gratin is a classic French dish that is typically made with cauliflower, cheese, and cream. This air fryer version is a healthier and easier way to make this dish, and it's just as delicious. The air fryer cooks the cauliflower quickly and evenly, and the cheese sauce is made with unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, so it's dairy-free and vegan.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/4 cup melted ghee
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, almond milk, nutritional yeast, ghee, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well until the cauliflower is evenly coated.
4. Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish or ramekin.
5. In a small bowl, combine the almond flour and breadcrumbs.
6. Sprinkle the topping over the cauliflower mixture.
7. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the topping is golden brown.
8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Why It Works

• The air fryer cooks the cauliflower quickly and evenly, resulting in a tender and slightly caramelized texture.
• The cheese sauce is made with unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, so it's dairy-free and vegan.
• The breadcrumb topping adds a crunchy texture and helps to soak up the cheese sauce.
• This dish is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can add different spices or herbs to the cheese sauce, or use different types of cheese.