First things first, grab a nice big bowl. We're going to make our super simple seasoning mix right in there. Whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, smoked paprika (gives it that amazing color and flavor!), garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper until it's all combined.

Now, toss those lovely cauliflower florets into the bowl with the seasoning mix. Get in there with your hands or a spatula and make sure every single floret is beautifully coated. You want all that flavor clinging to the cauliflower!

Carefully arrange the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer in your air fryer basket. This step is key for crispiness! If you cram too much in, it'll steam instead of crisp. So, if you have a smaller air fryer or a big head of cauliflower, you'll definitely want to cook it in batches. Trust me, it's worth the extra minute.

Slide that basket into the air fryer and cook it up! Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 12-15 minutes. Here's my best tip: make sure you give the basket a good shake halfway through the cooking time (around the 6-8 minute mark). This helps the cauliflower brown evenly on all sides. You're looking for tender florets with lovely browned, crispy edges. Cooking time can vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and how big your florets are, so keep an eye on them!

Once they're done and looking perfectly crispy, carefully take them out of the air fryer. You can serve them immediately as is, or maybe sprinkle with a little fresh parsley or a squeeze of extra lemon if you like!