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Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli Recipe

Air fryer roasted broccoli is the best way to cook it. It is easy, faster, and so delicious with roasted edges and still tender in the middle.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer / Snack, Brunch/Lunch/Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer appetizers, air fryer broccoli, air fryer sides, roasted broccoli
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 55kcal
Author: simplyvegetarian777

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Measuring Spoons, Measuring Cups, Stirring Spoon,
  • Chopping board and knife
  • Kitchen Colander
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces/ 350 grams Broccoli
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • To taste Salt & Black Pepper

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp Craisins dry sweetened cranberries. See notes
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice or to taste

Instructions

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  • First of all, wash the broccoli in kitchen colander. And then pat it dry. Further cut it into small florets. Make sure that they are of equal size. Do not keep them too large. Small florets are good.
  • Preheat the Air fryer at 400*F for few minutes. 
  • Now take a mixing bowl and add broccoli florets to it. Add olive oil, salt, & black pepper to the florets. Give them a good toss with hands or kitchen tongs.
  • Now place these seasoned broccoli florets on pre-heated air fryer basket. And Air fry for 5 to 6 minutes. I like to air fry mine for 5 minutes. It gets that perfect roast without making the broccoli bitter. It is still juicy at the core and so good.
  • Shake the air fryer basket in between 1-2 times for even cooking.
  • When done, take the florets out. Toss them with some craisins or dried cranberries (sweetened) and squirt some lemon juice on top. It is the best thing ever with all the flavors going on.
  • You can also add toasted walnuts or sliced almonds with broccoli to make it a wholesome side.

Notes

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PRO TIPS for the best Roasted Air Fryer Broccoli

Follow these few tips to get the best air fryer roasted broccoli in just 5 minutes:
  • Make sure to cut broccoli florets in even-sized, small florets.
  • Mix the broccoli florets with seasonings properly in a bowl before transferring to air fryer basket. This allows all of the broccoli florets to be packed with flavor.
  • Every air fryer is different. You might have to increase your cooking time a bit to get them crispy and delicious to your taste.

How to store the leftover roasted broccoli?

Simply refrigerate the leftover broccoli in an airtight container.

How to re-heat the refrigerated broccoli?

Take it out and microwave for 1-2 minutes till warm. You can air-fry these at 350*F for 2-3 minutes till warm.

We love eating Roasted Broccoli as -

  • A side to our main course meal.
  • Kids love to chomp on this as an after-school snack.
  • It is a great healthy snack.
  • Great to keep it on the menu while entertaining guests.
  • Add these to the sauce of your choice and serve with quinoa, rice, brown rice or grain of your choice.
  • Use in chopped Salads.

CHECK OUT SOME OTHER AIR FRYER ROASTED VEGETABLES FROM THE BLOG

What are the other ways to season Air Fryer Broccoli?

You can season these as you want. I like to keep this simple with just some salt, pepper and olive oil with a squeeze of lemon juice. Here are more options -
  • Garlic powder, onion powder, red paprika
  • Parmesan cheese topping
  • Ranch dressing
  • Balsamic Oil Vinaigrette
  • Soy Sauce
  • Red Chili Flakes
There are countless possibilities. Personalize as you want.
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Nutrition

Serving: 4people | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg