Super Easy Broccoli Parmesan (Air Fryer)
This broccoli parmesan is a simple and delicious recipe that is a hit with kids!
Servings 4 people
Calories 59kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets From about one large or two small heads of broccoli. Pre-packaged broccoli florets can be used instead.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon pamesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into small florets.
- Rinse and drain broccoli florets. Let dry for at least one to two minutes.
- Place air fryer rack on top of the drip pan. Spread broccoli out in a single layer on the air fryer rack.
- Drizzle olive oil on broccoli and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on the broccoli florets.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on the broccoli florets.
- Place the air fryer rack in the air fryer and air fry at 375°F for 7 minutes.
- Serve!
Notes
The drip pan can go right into the dishwasher (as long as it's dishwasher safe) while the broccoli is in the air fryer.
Alternately, you can place all ingredients in a bowl and toss to coat before spreading out on the air fryer rack.
To save time, buy pre-packaged, pre-washed broccoli florets. You will still need to cut them into smaller pieces.
Larger pieces of broccoli will take longer to cook.
If florets are cut into very small pieces, reduce the cooking time to make sure it doesn't burn.
For an enhanced parmesan taste, sprinkle just a pinch of additional parmesan on the florets right when they come out of the air fryer.
I do not pre-heat my air fryer. If your air fryer instructs you to preheat it first, check on the broccoli after four to five minutes to be sure it is not burning.
The tops of the broccoli should be browned, but not burnt.
Avocado oil or a neutral cooking oil can be used in place of olive oil.
If your child has a milk allergy, simply leave the parmesan out. It will no longer be called broccoli parmesan, but it will still taste great!
I use a Cuisinart Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven. Different air fryers might require small adjustments in temperature and/or cook time.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to properly and safely use your air fryer.
Nutrition
Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 217mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 435IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg