Air Fryer Broccoli Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Broccoli, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a hint of crushed red pepper. This quick and easy recipe yields tender yet crisp broccoli florets that make a delicious and healthy side dish. Serve immediately with a fresh slice of lemon for an added burst of brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Broccoli
- 1 large head broccoli (about 4 cups of florets, cut into 1-inch florets)
Seasonings
- 2 Tablespoons avocado or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper (plus more to taste)
- sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving
- slice of lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Chop broccoli: Wash and chop the broccoli into 1-inch florets. Try to keep all florets uniformly sized to ensure even cooking.
- Toss with seasonings: Place the broccoli florets in a bowl and add the avocado or olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to coat all the florets evenly.
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) if your model requires preheating.
- Air fry the broccoli: Add the seasoned broccoli to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 360°F for 6-8 minutes, shaking or tossing the broccoli once halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispness.
- Serve: Remove the broccoli from the air fryer and serve immediately. Optionally, squeeze a fresh slice of lemon over the top for added flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- You can swap avocado oil with olive oil or any other high-heat oil.
- The crushed red pepper is optional but adds a nice subtle kick to the broccoli.
- Adjust seasoning to taste after cooking if needed.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled depending on your air fryer size and serving needs.
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