Air Fryer Fresh Broccoli
This Air Fryer Fresh Broccoli uses my foolproof method to turn fresh florets into perfectly crispy, roasted broccoli — tender inside with no burnt edges.
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 143kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped broccoli florets (12 ounces) cut into 1 and ½ inch size florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Season the broccoli. Add the broccoli to a large bowl and add all remaining ingredients. Toss thoroughly until evenly combined. Make sure the seasonings coat every nook and cranny of the broccoli florets.
- Air fry. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Once hot, add 1–2 tablespoons of water to the bottom of the basket, then arrange the broccoli florets in a single layer on the grill plate. This steam-roasting method keeps the buds tender while preventing them from burning.
- Finish cooking. Cook for 5–7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the broccoli turns a vibrant green with lightly charred edges.
Video
Notes
Even Florets: Cut fresh broccoli into medium florets (about 1½ inches) and keep them uniform in size. This ensures they cook evenly.
Guide to air frying less broccoli: 380°F for 5 cups broccoli and 370°F for 4 cups broccoli florets.
Pat Dry: After rinsing, make sure the florets are dry. This allows oil and seasonings to stick properly — otherwise, the oil will bead off.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 229mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g