Easy Air Fryer Broccoli
Crispy-edged, garlic-laced, and perfectly seasoned, this air fryer broccoli is a fast, fragrant, and slightly addictive weeknight side. Just toss broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then air fry until they’re crisp and golden. A side that’s both unfussy and crave-worthy.
2
side servings
Ingredients
Broccoli
- 1 pound (450 g) broccoli florets about 4 cups, cut into bite-sized pieces and dried well
- 1.5 tablespoons (22 ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) kosher salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper freshly ground, or to taste
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large mixing bowl
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until all the pieces are well coated.
- Arrange the broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. A little overlap is fine, but don't overcrowd for best crispiness.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until edges are crisp and stalks are tender. Start checking at 8 minutes for doneness.
- Serve hot, optionally finishing with a squeeze of lemon or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Notes
For extra flavor: Add chili flakes, lemon zest or smoked paprika before air frying, or toss with parmesan cheese in the final 2 minutes.
Storage: Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, reheat in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes at 360°F.
For variation ideas or troubleshooting, see FAQ and tips above.
Storage: Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, reheat in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes at 360°F.
For variation ideas or troubleshooting, see FAQ and tips above.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 567IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg