Best 3 Air Fried Broccoli Recipes

Broccoli is a delicious and nutritious vegetable, but it can be difficult to cook properly. If you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook broccoli, air frying is a great option. Air fryers use hot air to circulate around food, resulting in a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a tender, juicy interior. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to air frying broccoli, including tips for selecting the right broccoli, preparing it for cooking, and cooking it to perfection.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER BROCCOLI

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Have you tried making broccoli in your air fryer? All you need is olive oil, salt and pepper, and the broccoli turns out wonderfully crispy and tasty.

Provided by Kisha McDaniel Logsdon

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Broccoli

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
¼ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine broccoli, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a resealable bag. Set aside to allow the broccoli to soak up the oil, about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Place broccoli in the air fryer basket and cook until desired crispiness, 10 to 15 minutes, shaking air fryer basket halfway through cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

AIR-FRYER BROCCOLI

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I think broccoli was made to be cooked in an air fryer. It gets tender and still has a nice crunch. And it only gets better with a touch of lemon! -Liz Bellville, Tonasket, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided
1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli florets (about 12 cups)
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper until blended; add broccoli and toss to coat. Arrange broccoli in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. , Cook until tender, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with almonds, lemon zest and remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper; toss to combine. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AIR FRYER BROCCOLI WITH EVERYTHING BAGEL SEASONING

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A quick and super easy way to roast broccoli. The everything bagel seasoning takes it over the top.

Provided by Yoly

Categories Broccoli Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

¾ pound broccoli florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon everything bagel seasoning, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Combine broccoli, olive oil, and everything bagels seasoning in a large bowl. Toss until florets are coated in oil and seasoning. Spread out broccoli florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air-fry for 5 minutes, shake basket, and air-fry until desired char is reached, 3 to 6 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 136.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

Choose fresh, evenly sized broccoli florets for the best results.
Toss the broccoli florets in a mixture of olive oil, salt, and pepper before air frying to enhance their flavor.
Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking process to ensure even cooking.
If you like crispy broccoli, cook it for a few minutes longer, keeping a close eye on it to prevent burning.
For a healthier option, use an air fryer instead of deep-frying the broccoli.
Serve the air-fried broccoli immediately as a side dish or snack.

Conclusion:

Air frying is a healthier and more convenient way to enjoy delicious broccoli. With just a few simple steps, you can create a flavorful and nutritious side dish or snack that the whole family will love. Experiment with different seasonings and flavors to find your favorite combination. You can also add other vegetables to the air fryer basket for a healthy and colorful meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook broccoli, give air frying a try!