Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

ByAnn Woo Stephenson
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Photos by Marie-Catherine Dubé

For whatever reason, broccoli is one of those veggies that sometimes doesn’t go over well with little ones. With this air fryer broccoli parmesan recipe you don’t have to worry about that.

This is one of my family’s favorite ways to eat these, “little trees,” as they are known around here. My son devours these! The air fryer gives the broccoli a perfect crisp in less than half the time then an oven. From start to finish, this recipe is ready in about ten minutes. 

❤️ Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan:

  • My whole family loves it.
  • Ridiculously easy recipe.
  • The best way to get kids to eat broccoli!
  • Easy meal prep idea.
  • Gluten free, nut free and can be made dairy free.

🍲 Ingredients

Fresh Broccoli Florets

Olive Oil

Parmesan Cheese

Avocado Oil Cooking Spray

Spices: salt, black pepper and garlic powder.

Photos by Marie-Catherine Dubé

👩‍🍳 How to Make Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, making sure they are evenly coated. You can also use avocado oil spray to lightly coat the broccoli if you prefer.
  3. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder over the broccoli. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss the broccoli to ensure even distribution of the seasoning and cheese.
  4. Spray avocado oil spray onto the air fryer basket then place the seasoned broccoli in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches if your air fryer is small.
  5. Air fry the broccoli for about 5 minutes. The broccoli should be fork tender and slightly crispy edges.

🪄 Tips and Tricks

  • Cut broccoli florets into evenly sized pieces. Smaller pieces will cook faster than larger pieces. Cutting the same size will ensure none of them burn.
  • Buy pre-cut broccoli and pre-shredded parmesan to save on time.


🗒 Substitutions

  • Add fresh lemon juice to the broccoli before adding to the air fryer.
  • Omit the olive oil and spray broccoli with avocado oil spray, instead.
Photos by Marie-Catherine Dubé


🗒 Best served with

👝 How to Store Leftovers

This is best served immediately for the perfect crispiness. Store leftover broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for up the three days. Reheat in the air fryer to make it crispy again.

🤔 Common Questions

Is this gluten-free?

Yes!

Can this be made dairy-free?

Yes, omit the cheese or use dairy-free cheese!

Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

This air fryer parmesan broccoli is the perfect healthy snack or great side dish. This crispy broccoli is made with just a few simple ingredients and is ready in less than ten minutes. Even the ones who aren't a fan of broccoli with love this cheesy dish!
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Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, broccoli, parmesan
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • avocado oil spray

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, making sure they are evenly coated. You can also use avocado oil spray to lightly coat the broccoli if you prefer.
  • Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder over the broccoli. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss the broccoli to ensure even distribution of the seasoning and cheese.
  • Spray avocado oil spray onto the air fryer basket then place the seasoned broccoli in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches if your air fryer is small.
  • Air fry the broccoli for about 5 minutes. The broccoli should be fork tender and slightly crispy edges.
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