Not the Usual Side Dish, Air Fryer Gratinated Purple Broccoli.

Air fryer gratinated purple broccoli is a real surprise for those who love to eat well without sacrificing taste.

If you’re looking for a recipe for gratinated cauliflower or want to discover how to cook purple cauliflower in a simple and original way, this version is for you.

Thanks to the air fryer gratinated cauliflower recipe with cheese, you get a crispy side dish on the outside, soft and gooey inside, with very little oil.

Purple cauliflower, by the way, is rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidant compounds beneficial for digestion, the immune system, and heart health.

Perfect for a tasty side dish to accompany meat dishes or for a quick lunch.

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Not the Usual Side Dish, Air Fryer Gratinated Purple Broccoli.
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Preparation time: 5 Minutes
  • Portions: 2 People
  • Cooking methods: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: Fall, Winter, and Spring

Ingredients for Air Fryer Purple Broccoli

  • 12.35 oz purple cauliflower
  • 1.41 oz grated Parmesan
  • 2.82 oz string cheese
  • to taste fine salt
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Tools

  • 1 Pot
  • 1 Air Fryer Baking Dish
  • 1 Oil Sprayer

Steps for Gratinated Purple Broccoli

To prepare the delicious air fryer gratinated purple broccoli, start by thoroughly washing the cauliflower under running water. Cut it into florets and cook in a steamer pot for about 8 minutes until they are tender but not overcooked.

  • After cooking, salt and arrange in a round air fryer baking dish lined with parchment paper

  • season with grated Parmesan and string cheese. Broil in an air fryer at 356 degrees Fahrenheit for 6-8 minutes, until golden.

Preservation

You can store the gratinated purple broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for two to three days. Before serving, heat in an air fryer at 338 degrees Fahrenheit for about 3 minutes.

You can freeze for 3 months in an airtight container.

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FAQ (Questions and Answers)

  • What spices can I add?

    You can add cumin, paprika, or turmeric

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The name "Healthy Recipes" comes from the idea of healthy and genuine eating, without being either vegetarian or vegan. It is a collection of simple recipes accessible to everyone, low in fat, based on vegetables, fruits, and selected ingredients.

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