Air Fryer Broccoli
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4.8
Air Fryer Broccoli
Description
This Air Fryer Broccoli recipe uses very small, evenly sized broccoli florets tossed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to ensure consistent seasoning. The air fryer cooks the broccoli quickly at 400°F for about six minutes, producing a tender texture with slight browning without steaming or sogginess. Adding a splash of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese after cooking enhances its flavor with a fresh or savory touch. Using dried seasonings instead of fresh minced garlic prevents burning and bitterness during the short cooking time in the air fryer. This approach results in an easy, flavorful vegetable side that pairs well with various main dishes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz broccoli fresh florets, cut into even, very-small pieces
- 2 TB extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- lemon freshly grated parmesan cheese, optional garnish, fresh slices
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl; toss well to fully incorporate seasonings into the broccoli florets
- Pour 1 TB water into the bottom of air fryer pan (this helps prevent contents from smoking.)
- Add broccoli mixture evenly into the air fryer basket. Set to 400F for 6 minutes. Once timer goes off, immediately remove basket and serve.
- Optional: sprinkle with a dash of fresh lemon juice or freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Cut broccoli into very small, evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking and browning in the air fryer.
- Using garlic powder and onion powder prevents the harsh taste burnt fresh garlic can leave when air frying.
- Adding a tablespoon of water to the bottom of the air fryer basket helps prevent smoking during cooking.
- Fresh lemon juice or grated parmesan sprinkled after cooking can brighten or enhance the flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 72 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 72kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 101mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 273mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 530IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 76mg | 84% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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