Description
Enjoy a healthy and delicious side dish with this Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli recipe. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to a crisp in just minutes, this easy recipe brings out the best flavors and texture of broccoli, making it a great addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
Seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Optional
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Broccoli: Rinse and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets to ensure they become crispy when cooked.
- Season: In a large bowl, toss the dry broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat completely for best results.
- Cook Broccoli: Arrange the seasoned broccoli in a single layer inside the air fryer basket and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even crispiness.
- Add Cheese: In the last few minutes of cooking, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the broccoli if desired, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Serve: Serve the crispy air-fried broccoli immediately while warm and crunchy for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Make sure broccoli is completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness.
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli florets; adjust cooking time slightly if using frozen.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice savory flavor.
- Adjust salt and seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Shake basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crisping.
