Name: Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 Cups Fresh, Chopped Broccoli; 2 Cups Fresh, Chopped Cauliflower; 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil; 1 Tablespoon Ranch Seasoning

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Air fryer broccoli and cauliflower is one of the easiest, healthiest sides you can cook in just 10 minutes. These quick and easy air fryer roasted veggies make the best weeknight side dish that the whole family will love.

air fryer broccoli and cauliflower in a white bowl on a white backdrop with a dish of spices in the top left corner

I LOVE making this air fryer broccoli and cauliflower, it's quick, easy, and healthy. This easy recipe requires just 4 ingredients, not even 5 minutes of prep, and the veggies cook in 10. You can easily make this for a healthy side to go with orange chicken, or even as a yummy dish alongside a pork roast for an easy Sunday dinner.

Both the broccoli and cauliflower are seasoned with ranch seasoning and roasted till crispy. Between the amazing crispiness and delicious seasoning, this is sure to be a family favorite. Both kids and adults will like it, and you'll feel like a hero knowing you got your kids to eat their veggies!

WHAT YOU NEED FOR AIR FRYER BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER

Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower ingredients on a white backdrop labeled with black text

Broccoli: I use fresh, not frozen
Cauliflower: Again, fresh not frozen is what this recipe is designed for
Avocado Oil: You can also use olive oil
Ranch Seasoning: I use Hidden Valley seasoning mix

HOW TO MAKE BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER IN THE AIR FRYER

ingredients for air fryer roasted broccoli on a white backdrop — **Prepare your ingredients**

broccoli and cauliflower in a white bowl seasoned with ranch seasoning — **Season the veggies**

broccoli and cauliflower in the basket of an air fryer — **Add to the basket of your air fryer**

broccoli and cauliflower cooked in the basket of an air fryer — **Cook at 380 F for 10 minutes, shaking half-way through**

In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, chopped cauliflower, avocado oil, and ranch seasoning
When the veggies are well seasoned, add them to the basket of the air fryer
Cook at 380 Degrees F for 5 minutes, take the basket out, shake the veggies, return the basket and cook for another 5 minutes
As soon as the broccoli and cauliflower are cooked and slightly charred, serve and enjoy!

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EXPERT TIPS

Read the whole recipe before beginning
Try to have the broccoli and cauliflower cut roughly the same size
When seasoning, get the vegetables as evenly coated as possible
Don't skip out on shaking the basket half-way through the cook time. This will ensure the veggies are cooked evenly

FAQs

Can I use frozen broccoli and cauliflower? I developed this recipe around fresh broccoli and cauliflower, if you're using frozen be sure to defrost it first.
How to I store leftover air fryer veggies? You can store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

charred broccoli and cauliflower that was cooked in an air fryer in a white bowl on a gray backdrop

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