Air Fryer Broccoli with Garlic & Parmesan
Crispy, golden broccoli florets air-fried to perfection with garlic, olive oil, and a finish of Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 98
- Protein
- 6g

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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt and black pepper
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- 1
Pat broccoli dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- 3
Spread broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until edges char.
- 5
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
- 6
Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer basket
- large mixing bowl
- paper towels
- serving bowl
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