Description
This Air Fryer Broccoli recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful way to enjoy perfectly cooked broccoli with a crispy texture. Tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, it’s an easy side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes and great for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli
- 1 head broccoli
Seasonings
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil (depending on size of head of broccoli)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Cut the broccoli into even-sized florets to ensure even cooking. Transfer the florets to a large bowl.
- Season the Broccoli: Add olive oil to the florets and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and minced garlic over the broccoli, then toss again to distribute the seasonings thoroughly.
- Air Fry the Broccoli: Place the seasoned broccoli florets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded to avoid steaming. If necessary, cook in batches. Set the air fryer to 360°F and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the broccoli and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the desired tenderness and crispness are achieved.
- Serve: Remove the broccoli from the air fryer and immediately sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top. Add red pepper flakes if desired for a bit of heat. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Cutting the broccoli into uniform-sized florets helps them cook evenly.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure the broccoli crisps instead of steaming.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on your air fryer model and the size of florets for preferred doneness.
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish, but it can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- Optional red pepper flakes give a spicy kick and can be adjusted to taste.