Air-fried broccolini with garlic chips, lemon zest, and Parmesan for a bright, fresh preparation.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 14 oz broccolini, trimmed
02 - 1.5 tbsp olive oil
03 - 0.5 tbsp olive oil
04 - 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
→ Seasonings & Flavor
05 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
06 - 0.5 tsp kosher salt
07 - 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
08 - 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Cheese
09 - 1.5 oz Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
→ Garnish
10 - 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)
11 - Extra lemon wedges, for serving
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccolini with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Arrange broccolini in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, shaking halfway through, until tender and charred.
04 - Meanwhile, heat remaining 0.5 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp, about 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Transfer hot broccolini to a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with lemon zest, and toss gently to combine.
06 - Scatter garlic chips and Parmesan cheese over the broccolini. Add red pepper flakes and toasted pine nuts if desired.
07 - Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.
