Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of broccoli (or about 4 cups of florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the broccoli, then cut into bite-sized florets.
- Toss the florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Optional: Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for crispier results.
- Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
- For extra flavor, try adding smoked paprika or nutritional yeast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg