Air Fryer Broccoli
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Air Fryer Broccoli
Description
This Air Fryer Broccoli recipe involves tossing fresh broccoli florets in a mixture of olive oil, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and optional lemon juice. The broccoli is coated evenly and arranged in the air fryer basket, where it is cooked at 370°F for about 10 minutes. The basket is shaken halfway through cooking to promote even crisping and prevent uneven browning.
The Parmesan and garlic create a savory crust on the broccoli’s surface, while the olive oil helps crisp the edges. Lemon juice, if used, adds a bright acidity that complements the richness of the cheese. The result is broccoli that retains some bite but with a pleasantly crunchy texture and fragrant, savory notes.
This dish makes an easy side for many meals and a flavor-packed way to cook broccoli without boiling or steaming. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days and reheated gently.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice optional
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups broccoli fresh florets
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes.
- Whisk the oil, parmesan, lemon juice (if using), minced garlic, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Toss in the broccoli and mix until evenly coated.
- Arrange the broccoli evenly in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the broccoli is cooked and crispy. Sprinkle with a little more parmesan cheese if desired, and serve.
Notes
- Preheat the air fryer before adding broccoli to ensure it cooks evenly and crisps properly.
- Lemon juice is optional but adds a fresh brightness to the dish; omit for a simpler flavor.
- Shaking the air fryer basket halfway through cooking helps achieve even browning on all sides of the broccoli.
- To make this dish vegan, leave out the Parmesan cheese.
- Leftover air fryer broccoli can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to four days and reheated gently.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 446mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 472mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 906IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 125mg | 139% |
| Calcium | 122mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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