Air Fryer Broccolini

Name: Air Fryer Broccolini
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz (225 g) broccolini; 1 tbsp olive oil; Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp crumbled feta, optional; Zest and juice of 1 lemon, optional

Broccolini roasts faster and more evenly than big broccoli florets. Trim the stems, toss with olive oil, salt and pepper, then air fry at 380°F until the tips crisp. Finish with crumbled feta, lemon zest and a squeeze of juice at the table.

13 min total
380°F / 193°C
2 servings
5 min prep

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Trim the stems

Cut about half an inch off the bottom so the spears fit the basket and cook evenly.

Check early

Broccolini goes from perfect to burnt quickly. Start checking around five minutes.

Split thick stems

Halve any fat stems lengthwise so the center tenderizes with the florets.

Air Fryer Broccolini

Prep 5 min · Cook 8 min · Total 13 min · 2 servings

Air Fryer380°F / 193°C

Basket time8 min

Flip / shakesee steps

Tested onCosori 5.8 qt, 1700W

Crowding. One layer of spears. Overlap heavily and they steam instead of char.

Basket liner (optional). Air fryer paper basket liners are optional. They catch drips and make cleanup easier. Use the molded type that fits your basket; air flows around the sides. Never cover the whole basket floor with solid foil.

Step-by-step instructions

Follow each step in order. Photos show what to look for so the basket finish matches the plate.

Prep

Wash and dry broccolini. Trim about 1/2 inch from the stem ends. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
Broccolini spears tossed with olive oil and seasoning

Cook

Arrange in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 6-9 minutes, checking at 5 minutes, until tender with crisp floret tips.
Broccolini roasting in the air fryer basket
Plate and top with crumbled feta, lemon zest and juice if using. Serve with lemon wedges.