Can I use frozen broccoli?

Yes, frozen broccoli can be used. Adjust the cooking time slightly to ensure it is cooked through.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can roast the broccoli in a conventional oven at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.

How long does it take to make this recipe?

The cooking process takes about 10 minutes, making it a quick side dish.

Easy Air Fryer Broccoli Salad (Healthy Recipe)

Name: Easy Air Fryer Broccoli Salad (Healthy Recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium head of broccoli (or about 4 cups of broccoli florets); 2-3 tablespoons olive oil; Fresh lemon juice and zest, (zest before juicing); Salt and pepper, to taste; Garlic and herb spice (for flavor); 1 small red onion; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, about half a lemon1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning, or a blend of dried garlic and herbssalt and pepper to taste1-2 tablespoons of water is optional or a little mustard to make it smooth and creamy.

Description

Easy air fryer broccoli salad is your next side dish which can be served hot or cold. This recipe uses fresh broccoli florets, red onion and an extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon and garlic seasoning vinaigrette. The ingredients double up as a vinaigrette!

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium head of broccoli (or about 4 cups of broccoli florets)

2-3 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh lemon juice and zest, (zest before juicing)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Garlic and herb spice (for flavor)

1 small red onion

For the Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, about half a lemon
1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning, or a blend of dried garlic and herbs
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 tablespoons of water is optional or a little mustard to make it smooth and creamy.

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Instructions

Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and dry the broccoli thoroughly. Cut the broccoli into florets, making sure the size of the florets is roughly the same.

Season the Broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Make sure the broccoli is evenly coated and give it a good toss.

Preheat the Air Fryer:

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. This ensures that the broccoli starts cooking immediately when you place it in the basket.

Air Fry the Broccoli:

Place the seasoned broccoli florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. It’s okay if some are overlapping, but try not to overcrowd the basket so that the air can circulate properly.

Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. The broccoli should be crispy on the edges and tender on the inside.

Serve with vinaigrette:

Add all the vinaigrette ingredients into a jar with a lid or whisk together and serve over warm or cold broccoli.

Notes

Optional ingredient additions:

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (for a little heat)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)

Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Air fryer
Cuisine: American