Air Fryer Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
This is a quick and easy side dish that's healthy and delicious. The air fryer gives the broccoli a nice, crispy texture, and the cheese sauce adds a creamy, savory flavor.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cheddar cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Milk - 1 cup
- All-purpose flour - 2 tablespoons
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Broccoli - 1 head, cut into florets
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Toss the broccoli florets with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the broccoli in the air fryer and cook for 10-12 minutes, until crispy and browned.
- While the broccoli is cooking, make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the flour to the butter and whisk until smooth.
- Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly until the sauce is smooth and thick.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve the crispy broccoli with the cheese sauce on the side for dipping.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 3g
