Air Fryer Broccoli
Broccoli florets tossed in oil and garlic and cooked at 190°C until the tips char and the stems stay tender. Thirteen minutes.
Method
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Heat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F for 3 minutes.
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Make sure the broccoli is completely dry, then toss with the oil, garlic powder, salt and chilli flakes.
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Spread in a single layer in the basket.
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Cook 6 to 8 minutes, shaking once halfway, until the tips are charred and crisp and the stems are tender when pierced.
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Squeeze over the lemon and serve.
Chef’s Tips
- Dry the florets after washing, or they steam and stay pale.
- Cut them to about the same size so the small ones do not burn.
- Finish with lemon. Acid lifts the charred flavour.
Pairing Suggestions
- Grilled chicken
- Salmon
- Steamed rice
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 2 minutes. Cooked broccoli does not freeze well.
Common questions
How long does Air Fryer Broccoli take to make?
About 13 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 8 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Air Fryer Broccoli?
Dry the florets after washing, or they steam and stay pale. Cut them to about the same size so the small ones do not burn. Finish with lemon. Acid lifts the charred flavour.
What should I serve with Air Fryer Broccoli?
Grilled chicken; Salmon; Steamed rice.
Can Air Fryer Broccoli be made ahead or frozen?
Refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 2 minutes. Cooked broccoli does not freeze well.
Is Air Fryer Broccoli suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Air Fryer Broccoli?
About 93 kcal per serving, with 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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