Description
A quick and healthy recipe for perfectly crispy Air Fryer Broccoli florets seasoned with olive oil, kosher salt, and topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a fresh squeeze of lemon juice. This method creates tender yet crisp broccoli with minimal effort and time.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli Preparation
- 2 small heads broccoli
Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375º F to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the broccoli evenly and achieving a nice crispy texture.
- Prepare Broccoli: Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, aiming for uniform size to help them cook evenly. Place the florets into a mixing bowl for seasoning.
- Season Broccoli: Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt to the bowl with the broccoli florets. Toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with oil and salt, which will help with flavor and roasting.
- Cook in Air Fryer: Place the seasoned broccoli florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes at 375º F, shaking or tossing the broccoli every 3 minutes to promote even cooking and browning. For crispier broccoli, cook closer to 9 minutes.
- Add Finishing Touches: Once cooked, transfer the broccoli back into the mixing bowl. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese over the hot broccoli and toss well to coat evenly. Finally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the broccoli and toss again to distribute the bright citrus flavor. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, increase cooking time by a couple of minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- You can substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
- Make sure florets are evenly sized to ensure uniform cooking.
- Leftover broccoli can be refrigerated and reheated, but it is best served fresh.
- Add garlic powder or chili flakes before cooking for additional flavor.
