Air Fryer Crispy Broccoli

Crunchy and healthy Air Fryer Crispy Broccoli is a great side dish to serve and comes together in just 10 minutes. Its flavorful, vegan and so perfectly roasted.

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When it comes to broccoli many of us are picky especially kids. Hence, I decided to roaste broccoli in my air fryer.

It turned out so good that my little one could not stop munching on this nutritious vegetable. Therefore, I make this air fryer broccoli on repeat every week.

I often make vegan broccoli cheddar soup for my family its a much desired weeknight meal.

Recently, I innovated air fryer brussels sprouts and its a hit in my family.

Health benefits of broccoli

Its packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. its a great source for antioxidants and reduces inflammation. It promotes healthy digestion and also contains certain amount of protein thereby being an excellent vegetable for vegans and vegetarians. At the same time this vegetable supports brain health, skin health and immune system. Overall, its a superfood vegetable that must be included in our diet.

More broccoli recipes for you to try:

Broccoli Stir Fry
Lentil Broccoli Breakfast Cutlets
Garlic Spaghetti in Broccoli Cheese sauce

Have you invested in an air fryer yet?

Its an amazing kitchen gadget that cooks food in minimum oil or no oil and makes your food crispy and delicious and super healthy. I got a nice surprise from Cosori in the form of Air fryer.

It simply brought lot of excitement and joy in my hectic world. I was encouraged me to set up my kitchen and office quickly to get back to work.  

About Cosori Air Fryer

This 5.8 Quart Cosori Air Fryer has a square nonstick basket. It is removable and dishwasher safe. It is great for almost all types of diet. I personally enjoy it because I can now indulge in some more variety of goodies and not worry about the calories.

Is it healthy to cook in an air fryer?

It is healthy to use Air Fryer because no deep frying or too much oil is required to cook anything. If by any chance you grease the food in it with extra oil this air fryer will strain that extra oil in the basket itself. Thereby, making your food healthy and yet delicious.

I like the fact that cooking in Air fryer takes less time than cooking in traditional way. This Air Fryer is square which fits nicely in most the kitchen counter tops as compare to the round ones.

It is absolutely easy to cook with just one tap of the button.

I have personally tried this product and I must say that I am very happy with Cosori Air Fryer. Now, we have a party at home at every meal without sacrificing on health or taste.

Ingredients for air fryer crispy broccoli recipe

broccoli florets
oregano
basil
parsley
salt
panko crumbs
cooking spray
garlic powder

I made this vegan air fryer broccoli with only 8 ingredients which I am sure you must already be having in your pantry.

Ingredients notes:

broccoli – make sure to make bite sized broccoli florets and then measure. I used fresh broccoli which works great here.

herbs – this is the best part and flavors this air fryer roasted broccoli excellently. I used all the dried herbs but fresh herbs also work here.

panko crumbs – this is a Japanese bread crumbs that is vegan. It helps in crisping broccoli very well. however, vegan bread crumbs also work in this recipe.

cooking spray – you may use 1 tbsp. olive oil to coat the herbs and panko as well.

garlic powder – I used this just before serving to ass to the its flavor.

For detailed measurement of ingredients, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to make Air Fryer Crispy Broccoli

Firstly, in a mixing bowl, I combined oregano, basil, parsley, salt and mixed it with a spoon.

Secondly, I added panko crumbs to it and mixed it well with a spoon.

Thereafter, I tossed in broccoli florets and mixed it well so that each floret is well coated with the panko mixture.

Afterwards, I spread a parchment in the air fryer basket and spooned the broccoli into it along with the leftover panko crumbs from the bowl.

Next, I attached the basket to the main air fryer and turned it on at 400 degree for for 7 minutes. At 5 minutes, I paused and with the help of tongs I flipped all the broccoli florets. Then, I attached the basket again and turned it on again for only 2 minutes.

Lastly, I turned it off an detached the air fryer basket. Then, with the help of tongs, I took out all the roasted broccoli florets in a serving plate and discard the leftover panko crumbs if any.

Later, I sprinkled garlic powder and served immediately.

It was an instant hit and my family loved it.

Now, even my kids love broccoli made in air fryer and enjoy this recipe as a side dish.

Variations for easy air fried broccoli

• For crisper version you may let it cook for 10 minutes. But make sure flip the florets at 5 minutes. It may look darker in color but extremely crisp and tastier.
• You may sprinkle vegan parmesan cheese over them along with garlic powder just before serving.

Expert tips:

• It is important to add extra panko crumbs so the each floret is crisp. Therefore, discard the leftover panko from the basket if needed.
• Most importantly, flip the florets after 5 minutes for even cooking from all sides.
• Make sure to spoon out the entire broccoli panko mixture on the parchment paper placed in the basket for less cleaning afterwards.

My other air fryer recipes that you might like:

Air Fryer Sweet Potato
Air Fryer Carrots
Apple Dumplings
Air Fryer Okra
Vegan Spring Rolls
Air Fryer Mushrooms

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