Description
A delightful twist on a classic vegetable side dish, this Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli is quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head broccoli (~1.5 lbs), cut into bite-size florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Arrange the seasoned broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Transfer the crispy broccoli to a bowl, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and squeeze fresh lemon juice. Toss together and serve hot.
Notes
Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for the best crispiness. Adjust seasoning and cooking time based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg