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air fryer broccoli recipe Charred Crowns with Lemon Pepper Dust
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This recipe delivers perfectly charred, tender-crisp air fryer broccoli with a bright, zesty lemon pepper dust, transforming a humble vegetable into an irresistible side dish that’s quick and healthy.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs fresh broccoli florets, cut into uniform bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- sea salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Broccoli Florets: Wash and thoroughly dry 1.5 lbs of fresh broccoli florets. Cut them into similar-sized, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Season the Broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper until every piece is lightly coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer and Load: Preheat your air fryer to 375-400 F (190-200 C) for 2-3 minutes. Arrange the seasoned broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air Fry Until Perfect: Cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to redistribute. Continue cooking until the florets are vibrant green with deliciously charred edges and a tender-crisp texture.
- Serve Warm: Once done, transfer the cooked broccoli to a serving dish and optionally squeeze fresh lemon juice over it before serving immediately.
Notes
For crispiness, thoroughly dry broccoli and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Frozen broccoli can be used (add 3-5 extra minutes), and avocado or grapeseed oil are good substitutes for olive oil. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice after cooking adds an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 120 calories
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg