Air Fryer Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon Recipe
This Air Fryer Broccoli recipe delivers perfectly crispy and flavorful broccoli florets in just 13 minutes. Tossed with garlic powder, avocado oil, and a hint of lemon, this healthy side dish is dairy-free, gluten-free, low-calorie, and easy to prepare, making it an ideal quick veggie option for any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Broccoli
- 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Lemon – optional for garnish
- Red pepper flakes – optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil and toss well to ensure all pieces are coated.
- Season: Sprinkle garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper over the broccoli. Toss thoroughly so that the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C). Once ready, spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry: Place the broccoli into the air fryer basket in a mostly even layer—some overlapping is fine. Close the air fryer and cook at 360°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping the broccoli halfway through the cooking time. For tray-style air fryers, simply flip the broccoli over at the halfway point.
- Serve: After cooking, immediately transfer the broccoli to a serving bowl. Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired for added flavor and a slight kick.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on air fryer model and broccoli floret size for preferred crispiness.
- Use fresh broccoli florets for the best texture and flavor; frozen broccoli may not yield the same crisp results.
- Avocado oil is preferred for its high smoke point, but you can substitute with olive oil if needed.
- Lemon and red pepper flakes add brightness and heat — both optional but highly recommended.
- For extra garlic flavor, consider adding fresh minced garlic before air frying if your air fryer allows safe cooking with fresh garlic.
