Description
This Air Fryer Broccoli turns fresh florets into crispy, caramelized bites in minutes. It’s quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor—perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until edges are crispy and browned.
5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top before serving if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the basket to ensure crispiness.
Add red pepper flakes for heat or parmesan for a cheesy version.
Perfect as a healthy side or tossed into salads and grain bowls.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer broccoli, crispy broccoli, healthy vegetable side, quick side dish