Air Fryer Broccoli and Carrots make the perfect healthy side dish for any meal! Tender inside and crispy outside, this is the most delicious way to cook vegetables.
Gather all Ingredients
To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Broccoli is an edible green plant in the cabbage family with a large flower head. It is eaten as a vegetable and is full of nutrients, including fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K: Health Benefits of Broccoli.
- Carrots are root vegetables often claimed to be the perfect health food. It is crunchy, tasty, and highly nutritious. Carrots: Nutrition, Benefits, Risks, & Preparation.
- Olive oil may offer health benefits as it is high in healthy monosaturated fats and antioxidants. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. OLIVE OIL – Uses, Side Effects, and More.
- Seasonings: salt, garlic powder, dry oregano, and black pepper.
How to make this Recipe:
- Start cooking carrots
First, preheat the air fryer to 370F (if needed). Add sliced carrots to a mixing bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon of oil. Add the carrots to the air fryer basket and cook for 5 – 7 minutes.
- Season and finish cooking
Transfer the cooked carrots back to the bowl and add the broccoli. Next, toss with the additional 1 teaspoon of olive oil, oregano, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Return the carrots and broccoli to the air fryer basket. Finally, turn up the heat to 400F and cook for another 6 to 8 minutes, stopping halfway to shake the basket. Serve and enjoy!
Air fryer broccoli and carrots: Frequently Asked Questions
Air fryer broccoli and carrots make a great side dish for various meals. They pair well with grilled chicken, salmon, or a salad.
Absolutely! Experiment with various seasonings such as onion powder, paprika, cumin, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to add extra flavor.
To prevent drying, coat the vegetables in a light layer of oil before air frying. Additionally, avoid overcooking. Check on them periodically and adjust the cooking time as needed.
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Air fryer broccoli and carrots
Ingredients
- 1 large broccoli head (cut in florets)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dry oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 370F (if needed).
- Add sliced carrots to a mixing bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon of oil.
- Add the carrots to the air fryer basket and cook for 5 – 7 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked carrots back to the bowl and add the broccoli. Toss with the additional 1 teaspoon of olive oil, oregano, garlic, black pepper, and salt.
- Return the carrots and broccoli to the air fryer basket. Turn up the heat to 400F. Cook for another 6 to 8 minutes, stopping halfway to shake the basket. Serve and enjoy!
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