This air fryer broccoli with mustard sauce is a quick and flavorful way to turn a simple vegetable into a side dish you will actually look forward to eating.
The broccoli cooks until tender with lightly crisp edges, then gets tossed in a tangy mustard and vinegar sauce that adds just the right amount of richness.
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I make this air fryer broccoli when I want something quick but still full of flavor. Like Jim and Melissa's broccoli cheese bacon soup, it is easy to make, uses everyday ingredients, and works well with many main dishes.
It’s one of those simple sides that fits easily into a busy day and works with whatever you already have planned for dinner.
ingredient notes
- A small head of fresh broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets.
- Olive oil.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- The mustard sauce is made with apple cider vinegar, melted butter, and mustard.
my equipment
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I used the Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer. Feel free to use your favorite air fryer to make this recipe.
how to make air fryer broccoli
- Start by preheating your air fryer.
- Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, then it season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the broccoli to your air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until soft inside and crispy on the outside.
- While the broccoli cooks, we make the sauce by whisking the apple cider vinegar, melted butter, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss broccoli with the mustard and vinegar sauce.
- Serve warm.
serving suggestions
This air fryer broccoli works well as a simple side for many meals. I like serving it alongside air fryer salmon, healthy beef mince, or air fryer halloumi.
It also pairs nicely with grilled chicken, roast potatoes, or grain bowls when you are craving a fiber-packed meal.
refregeration
Store any leftover air fryer broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, place the broccoli back in the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through. This helps bring back some of the crisp edges.
You can also reheat it in a pan on the stove, use your microwave, or oven.
other recipes featuring mustard
- Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken Breast
- No-mayo Honey Mustard Dressing
- Lemon Walnut Oil Salad Dressing
- Apple Cider Mustard Dressing
- High Protein Butter Beans Salad
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📖 Recipe
Ninja Air Fryer Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 small head of broccoli about 675g
- 2-3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer at 360°F or 180°C.
- Cut your broccoli into bite-sized florets (about 1-1.5 inches long and ¼ inch thick); so approximately 2.5-3.8 cm long and about 0.6 cm thick.
- In a bowl, toss the broccoli with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Transfer the broccoli to your air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until you obtain your desired level of crispiness.
- Proceed to make the sauce - add apple cider vinegar, olive oil, melted butter, salt and pepper to taste, and Dijon mustard to a medium-sized bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Once cooked, transfer the broccoli to the mustard vinegar sauce. Carefully combine.
- Serve with your favorite dishes.
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