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Air Fryer Broccoli

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Jump to Recipe 05/24/21 | Updated: 05/27/21 | by Nora
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This Air Fryer Broccoli is incredibly easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes! It roasts perfectly and turns out so flavorful – a great, healthy side dish.

overhead view of roasted broccoli in air fryer basket

There is nothing easier than throwing a bunch of broccoli florets into the air fryer – I do often get caught up in making the main dish, only to completely neglect the side.

But the air fryer has been a total game changer for me: Just toss the veggies with a tablespoon of oil and seasoning, then roast them in the appliance until done! Easy peasy.

Ingredients you’ll need

Here is a visual overview of the ingredients in the recipe. Scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities!

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Ingredients for Air Fryer Broccoli: Broccoli, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, garlic powder and olive oil.

Ingredient notes

  • Broccoli: I use fresh florets mostly, but frozen works as well. No need to defrost and the air frying temperature stays the same. It does need to cook a little longer though, keep a close eye on it and check on it regularly. I also recommend air frying for about 3 minutes without seasoning, then seasoning the partially thawed broccoli before finish air frying.
  • Garlic powder: I highly recommend sticking to garlic powder in this recipe. Freshly minced garlic scorches and burns in the air fryer. If you don’t like garlic, just skip it.
  • Parmesan: The parmesan is optional, but I love the flavor it adds!
  • Olive oil: Feel free to use a different vegetable oil suitable for high temperatures.

How to air fry broccoli

  • female hand holding glass bowl with seasoned broccoli
    season broccoli
  • air fryer basket with raw broccoli florets inside
    place in preheated air fryer basket
  • air fryer basket with roasted broccoli florets inside
    air fry until roasted to your taste

Please note: I always preheat my air fryer on its highest temperature setting for 5 minutes before using it. I find it yields the best results.

1. Season broccoli. Just toss everything in a bowl – easy!

2. Place the seasoned broccoli in the hot air fryer basket. Make sure it’s in a single, even layer for best results.

3. Air fry for about 8 minutes, or until roasted to your liking!

Recipe tips

  • Roasting time: Make sure to regularly check on your broccoli after about 6 minutes of cooking time, to catch it at your preferred point of browning/crispness. Do not over-roast the broccoli or it may turn out bitter!
  • Broccoli amount: You don’t want to over-crowd your air fryer basket. It can be closely packed, but only in a single layer (the broccoli shrinks a little as it cooks). I use a 5.5 quart Corsori air fryer, a smaller air fryer will hold less broccoli florets per batch.
  • Leftovers: You can store air fried and cooled broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat it for 2-3 minutes in the air fryer before serving.
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I have had my Corsori air fryer for a while now, and it’s my favorite kitchen appliance – and one of three that earned a fixed spot on the counter!

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Air Fryer Broccoli

This Air Fryer Broccoli is incredibly easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes! It roasts perfectly and turns out so flavorful – a great, healthy side dish.
Recipe by Nora from Savory Nothings
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Recipe details

Prep 5 mins
Cook 8 mins
Total 13 mins
Servings 4 servings
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients
 

  • 4 cups broccoli florets about 10-12 ounces
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt & ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat air fryer on its hottest setting for 5 minutes while prepping broccoli.
  • Add broccoli florets to a large bowl and toss with all remaining ingredients.
  • Carefully place florets in hot air fryer basket in a single layer, then air fry at 375°F for 7-8 minutes, or until roasted to your liking. Serve with more parmesan cheese, if you like.
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Notes

Ingredient notes

  • Broccoli: I use fresh florets mostly, but frozen works as well. No need to defrost and the air frying temperature stays the same. It does need to cook a little longer though, keep a close eye on it and check on it regularly. I also recommend air frying for about 3 minutes without seasoning, then seasoning the partially thawed broccoli before finish air frying.
  • Garlic powder: I highly recommend sticking to garlic powder in this recipe. Freshly minced garlic scorches and burns in the air fryer. If you don’t like garlic, just skip it.
  • Parmesan: The parmesan is optional, but I love the flavor it adds!
  • Olive oil: Feel free to use a different vegetable oil suitable for high temperatures.

Recipe tips

  • Roasting time: Make sure to regularly check on your broccoli after about 6 minutes of cooking time, to catch it at your preferred point of browning/crispness. Do not over-roast the broccoli or it may turn out bitter!
  • Broccoli amount: You don’t want to over-crowd your air fryer basket. It can be closely packed, but only in a single layer (the broccoli shrinks a little as it cooks). I use a 5.5 quart Corsori air fryer, a smaller air fryer will hold less broccoli florets per batch.
  • Leftovers: You can store air fried and cooled broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat it for 2-3 minutes in the air fryer before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 68mgPotassium: 293mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 589IUVitamin C: 81mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition is an estimate.

More recipe information

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

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