Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli
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4.9
Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli
Description
Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli features fresh broccoli that’s coated in a mixture of olive oil, crushed garlic, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese. The parity between the bright acidity from the lemon and the umami from the parmesan gives the broccoli a distinctive taste profile. Cooking it in an air fryer at 180°C (350°F) crisps the edges while keeping the stems tender, offering a pleasant textural contrast. The garlic infuses warmth throughout the florets without overpowering them.
The method involves tossing the broccoli thoroughly in the flavorful lemon-parmesan-garlic mixture to ensure even coating, then air frying for about seven minutes. If a crispier texture is preferred, a few additional minutes of cooking can be added. This preparation allows for quick, hands-off cooking while producing a dish with both zest and savoriness.
This broccoli works well as a side with grilled meats or as a snack. Variations can include substituting vegetarian parmesan alternatives to suit dietary preferences or omitting any spicy elements. The recipe’s focus on fresh, simple ingredients highlights the natural qualities of broccoli enhanced by the seasoning blend.
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic crushed, clove
- 0.5 lemon juice only
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 20 g parmesan grated
Instructions
- Mix together 1 tablespoon Olive oil, 3 Garlic clove, juice of 0.5 Lemon, 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper and 20 g Parmesan in a bowl.
- Add florets from 1 head Broccoli and mix it all together so that every bit of broccoli is well covered.
- Pour it in to the air fryer basket and cook at 180°C/350℉ for 7 minutes, until crispy.
Notes
- Mix the lemon, parmesan, and seasonings thoroughly into the broccoli to coat all florets evenly for balanced flavor.
- Use vegetarian parmesan if avoiding animal rennet for a vegetarian version.
- Omit chili flakes if a non-spicy dish is desired.
- If the broccoli isn’t as crispy as preferred after cooking, extend air frying by 2-3 minutes to achieve desired texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 274mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 1029mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1987IU | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 287mg | 319% |
| Calcium | 269mg | 27% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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