Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower with Veggies & Ranch
Golden-fried cauliflower bites tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, served with fresh celery and carrot sticks plus creamy ranch dip. Ready in 12 minutes with zero fuss.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 8g
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Ingredients
- 1 head (about 16 oz), cut into bite-sized pieces cauliflower florets
- ¾ cup (jarred or homemade) buffalo sauce
- 3 stalks, cut into sticks celery stalks
- 2 medium, cut into sticks carrots
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp (for air fryer, or omit if using store-bought fried) neutral cooking oil
Instructions
- 1
Pat cauliflower dry with paper towels, then toss with oil and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until edges blacken.
- 3
Pour buffalo sauce into a bowl, add hot cauliflower, and toss until every piece is coated.
- 4
Arrange cauliflower on a plate with celery and carrot sticks alongside ranch dip.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer (or conventional oven at 425°F for 14–15 minutes)
- paper towels
- medium bowl
- serving plate
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