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Air Fryer Broccoli

Rate Recipe By Nourish Plate on January 26, 2020 | updated March 23, 2022

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Easy Air Fryer broccoli made in just 15 minutes! This is a simple side that goes so well with any dish. A great way to add veg to every meal.

Air Fryer Broccoli in a white bowl, seasoned with chili flakes

Broccoli is one of our favorite veggies, they’re so versatile and super healthy. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, we try to add broccoli to many meals. Here’s a super-easy way to make a simple broccoli side in the Air Fryer.

Say goodbye to boring steamed broccoli, and try this Air Fryer crispy broccoli instead! This method gives the broccoli a lovely char and a crispy texture that you’re going to love!

If you love cauliflower, check out my crispy Air Fryer cauliflower recipe. It’s a family favorite! Also, try this delicious Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts recipe.

Fresh broccoli florets, a close up shot

Table of Contents

  • How to Air Fry Broccoli?
  • More Seasoning Ideas
  • Can I Use Frozen Broccoli to Cook in the Air Fryer?
  • How to Store Air Fryer Broccoli?
  • What to Serve Air Fryer Broccoli With?
  • Air Fryer Broccoli
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes
    • Nutrition
      • did you make this recipe?
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How to Air Fry Broccoli?

  • Wash the broccoli head, and cut into bite-size pieces/florets.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
  • Add to the Air Fryer basket, and cook at 390°F (200°C) for 15 minutes flipping at least twice while cooking.
  • Serve with lemon wedges/a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Steps on how to Air Fry broccoli

The broccoli will turn out slightly crispy, but also a bit tender (cooked through) from the inside.

Depending on the size of your florets, it might take a bit longer or shorter to cook so keep checking after 10 minutes of cooking.

More Seasoning Ideas

You can use any seasonings that you like, below are my favorites:

  • Crushed chili flakes
  • Garlic granules, or onion granules
  • Cajun seasoning
  • Italian herb blend
  • Sesame oil, sesame seeds, and chili flakes

Or you could lightly drizzle the broccoli with balsamic vinegar, a sprinkle of lemon zest, and parmesan cheese after air frying.

Can I Use Frozen Broccoli to Cook in the Air Fryer?

You can easily cook frozen broccoli in the air fryer. However, you need to increase the cooking time to allow the frozen broccoli to defrost while cooking (20 to 25 minutes).

How to Store Air Fryer Broccoli?

If you get leftovers, then store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days. However, the broccoli won’t be as crispy once they’re refrigerated.

To reheat, put in the air fryer and air fry for 5-7 minutes or until warmed up.

Air fryer broccoli with chilli flakes , served in a white bowl

What to Serve Air Fryer Broccoli With?

It goes well with any dish. It matches the same dishes as broccoli that you cook using any other method, except that following this recipe makes broccoli taste better and crispier.

I usually serve it with pasta, mashed potatoes, quinoa, mashed sweet potatoes or add it to salads. You can also have it for breakfast, by adding it to an omelette or quiche.

For more delicious and nourishing recipe ideas, click here. Also, make sure to check out my other Side Dish recipes.

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Easy Air Fryer broccoli made in just 15 minutes! This is a simple side that goes so well with any dish. A great way to add veg to every meal.
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Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450 grams)  broccoli cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes optional

Instructions

  • Wash the broccoli head, and cut into florets.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
  • Add to the Air Fryer basket, and cook at 390°F (200°C) for 15 minutes flipping at least twice while cooking.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • You don’t need to preheat the air fryer.
  • Make sure that you flip (shake) the air fryer basket at least twice when cooking.
  • Add any other seasonings that you like. And adjust the amount of salt to your preference.
  • The size of the broccoli will shrink as it cooks, so if you think that the air fryer basket is crowded at first then that’s totally fine.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 744IU | Vitamin C: 101mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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