Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli
Introduction
Craving a nutritious side that’s bursting with flavor and ready in minutes? Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli transforms humble florets into a crave-worthy snack or dinner companion, delivering that restaurant-worthy crunch without the need for deep frying or excessive oil.
Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight side or a vegetable dish guaranteed to disappear fast, this easy recipe brings together bold garlic flavor and perfectly crisp edges—right from your air fryer.
Why You’ll Love Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli
This dish is a standout because of its unbeatable combo: tender, green broccoli with crispy browned tips and a punchy garlic seasoning. Using an air fryer ensures your broccoli cooks evenly and achieves a satisfying crunch, without turning soggy. Best of all? It’s quick, keeps your kitchen cool, and requires minimal cleanup.
How to Prep Broccoli for Air Frying
Cutting consistent broccoli florets ensures even cooking. A dedicated vegetable chopper streamlines this step: the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes it easy to achieve uniform pieces quickly, so every bite is perfectly crisp.
Once chopped, rinse and thoroughly dry your florets—excess moisture prevents maximum crispiness.
Getting the Perfect Seasoning and Crunch
The flavor magic happens with a simple toss: olive oil, plenty of minced garlic, salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili flakes for heat if you like. Use a high-quality oil sprayer like the TrendPlain 16oz/470ml Olive Oil Sprayer for Cooking to evenly coat each floret without drowning them in oil.
Seasoning sticks best and flavors shine most when tossed well.
Air Frying for Crispy Perfection
Preheat your air fryer for best results. The COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt offers ample space and advanced air-flow technology, ensuring your broccoli crisps evenly and quickly.
For easier cleanup and to prevent sticking, line your basket with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll or Air Fryer Paper Liners before adding your seasoned veg.
Serving and Storage Suggestions
Serve your crispy garlic broccoli straight from the air fryer as a side to chicken, fish, or grain bowls. Leftovers (if any!) stay crisp when stored in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers and reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes.
Looking to pack it for lunch? The Bentgo Salad Container makes for easy, spill-free transportation, keeping your broccoli crisp and ready to enjoy.
Nutritional Information and Yield
This recipe yields about 4 servings, each one loaded with fiber, vitamins, and just a splash of healthy oil. Depending on your seasonings, each serving typically contains under 100 calories, making it a guilt-free side with major nutritional punch.
Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Broccoli Recap
This method gives you all the satisfaction of roasted broccoli in a fraction of the time. You get bold garlic flavor, perfect crunch, and an irresistibly healthy veggie dish, every single batch.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry broccoli. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for uniformly sized florets, if desired.
- In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil (using your TrendPlain Olive Oil Sprayer for Cooking for an even, light coat), minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt to 390°F. Line basket with air fryer paper liners or a piece of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cleanup.
- Add broccoli in a single layer (work in batches if necessary). Air fry for 7–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy at the tips.
- Remove, transfer to a platter, and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Add grated Parmesan if desired.
- Serve hot, and enjoy the crunch!
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes