Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli
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Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli
Description
This recipe starts with thoroughly dried broccoli to ensure crispness rather than steaming. Tossing broccoli with olive oil, grated Parmesan, and garlic allows the flavors to adhere well before air frying at a high temperature. Cooking in a single layer promotes even roasting, typically completed in 5 to 7 minutes depending on desired texture.
The Parmesan cheese pressed onto the florets adds a savory crust, while the fresh garlic provides aromatic notes. This method yields a snack or side dish with a balance of tender centers and crispy edges.
This broccoli pairs well with main dishes needing a vegetable side with a roasted finish. Adjust cooking time for frozen broccoli by adding 3 to 5 extra minutes. Cooking in batches avoids overcrowding, and reheating can be done in the air fryer briefly to restore crispness.
Frozen broccoli can also be used by increasing cooking time, and using fresh minced garlic rather than dried powder is recommended for best flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ pound broccoli washed, dried, and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Combine broccoli, olive oil, cheese, and garlic in a container with a lid and shake until evenly coated.
- Press any remaining cheese into the broccoli florets. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place in a single layer in the air fryer and cook 5-7 minutes or until broccoli reaches the desired texture.
Notes
- Ensure broccoli is completely dry before cooking to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
- Press small bits of cheese and garlic into florets before air frying for better flavor coating.
- Cook broccoli in a single layer; if crowded, cook in batches to achieve crispiness.
- For frozen broccoli, add 3 to 5 minutes to cooking time for proper doneness.
- Finish reheated broccoli by air frying all cooked batches together for 1-2 minutes to refresh texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 112 | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 78mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 358mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 706IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 102mg | 113% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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