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Garlic roasted air fryer broccoli with lemon wedges
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Perfectly Roasted Air Fryer Broccoli Recipe (+Video)

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This Garlic Roasted Air Fryer Broccoli makes for the perfect side dish. It's sweet, earthy, crunchy and garlicky with a delightful hint of nuttiness. 🤤 Fry it, to believe it!
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Makes 2

Ingredients

  • 2 heads broccoli 0.6 lb (.3 kg)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
    Preating Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  • Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
    Sliced broccoli florets
  • In a medium bowl, season the broccoli florets with olive oil, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until they are evenly coated.
    Seasoning broccoli with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper
  • Air fry broccoli florets for 5-6 minutes until crispy and lightly browned.
    Roasting broccoli in air fryer
  • Serve your air fryer roasted broccoli as a side dish to your chicken wings, roasted salmon, or any other protein. Enjoy!
    Garlic roasted air fried broccoli with lemon wedges

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Notes

  • If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
  • You can also skip preheating by adding 2-3 minutes to your cooking time. Increment gradually, to prevent overcooking your cruciferous vegetable.
  • Do not discard the stem, peel it, then once you get to the soft core, cut them into thin slices.
  • Al Dente - To achieve an al dente or crunchy texture, air fry the broccoli for 5 to 6 minutes or until it becomes slightly tender and lightly browned.
  • Roasted to Perfection - To achieve extra crispiness and a deeper flavor, cook the broccoli for an additional 2-3 minutes until the florets are a deep golden brown. This will enhance the natural sweetness and make this already delicious side dish even more irresistible.
  • Soft & Tender - If you want your broccoli to be soft and tender, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before seasoning and air frying.
  • Minimize Browning - Finally, if you want to minimize browning with your cruciferous vegetables, lower the heat to 350°F (177°C) and air fry them for 10-12 minutes.
  • I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus to test the air fryer broccoli recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 1935mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3789IU | Vitamin C: 543mg | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 5mg
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