Ready for a quick and easy side dish!? This air fryer broccoli is ready to enjoy in just 10 minutes, and it’s so full of flavor. It’s going to be your new favorite way to eat broccoli, and it pairs well with any protein.

Air fryer broccoli ingredients

We used fresh broccoli, avocado oil and some simple seasonings. Here’s what you’ll need.

  • Fresh broccoli
  • Avocado oil (or another cooking oil)
  • Nutritional yeast (adds a cheesy, umami flavor, can substitute parmesan cheese)
  • Garlic powder
  • Sea salt + ground pepper
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How to roast broccoli in the air fryer

It’s so easy! Here are the simple steps to make air fried broccoli.

  • Preheat air fryer if yours requires preheating
  • Cut broccoli into florets (you can also buy broccoli already cut into floret to save time)
  • Toss with avocado oil and seasonings
  • Place in air fryer and cook for about 5 minutes, tossing halfway
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What to serve with this air fryer broccoli

Here are some perfect pairings for this air fryer broccoli.

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Tender Crisp Air Fryer Broccoli In 10 Minutes

This air fryer broccoli is ready to enjoy in just 10 minutes, and it pairs well with any protein. Your new favorite way to eat broccoli!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets, (cut them into evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp nutrtional yeast
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 375° fahrenheit if your air fryer requires preheating.
  • Place all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss to coat the broccoli.
  • Transfer to air fryer basket and cook for about 5 minutes, tossing halfway.
  • Once done, remove and serve!

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Notes

Nutrition details are per serving and an estimate provided for those following a Ketogenic or low-carb diet. See our full nutrition information disclosure here
Calories: 135kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 10g, Fiber: 4g, Iron: 1mg
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