Air Fryer Broccoli Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1 pound (454 g) broccoli , cut into bite sized pieces
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) oil (approximately)
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
• salt , to taste
• fresh cracked black pepper , to taste
• 3-4 slices bacon , cooked & cut into bite sized pieces 
• 1/2 cup (20 g) dried fruit of choice (dried cranberries, apricots, raisins, etc. – cut larger fruit into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 1/4 cup (35 g) roasted nuts of choice (pecans, almonds, cashews, etc. – chop larger nuts if desired)
• 1/4 cup (40 g) minced red onion

For the Dressing

• 1/3 cup (80 ml) mayonnaise
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) optional dried herbs
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt , or to taste
• fresh cracked black pepper , to taste

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Instructions 

Air Fry the Broccoli

1. Cut the broccoli into bite sized pieces and place in a bowl.
2. Coat the broccoli with about 2 Tablespoons of oil. Season broccoli with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, plus salt and pepper to taste. Add the broccoli to the air fryer basket/tray.
3. Air Fry at 380°F for 8 minutes. Flip, turn or shake the broccoli. Continue to air fry for another 2-7 minutes or until cooked to your preference. Allow the broccoli to cool to room temperature.

Make the Salad

• Make the dressing: In medium bowl, combine all dressing ingredients (1/3 cup mayo, 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon optional herbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste).
• Add the cooled broccoli, chopped cooked bacon, 1/2 cup dried fruit, 1/4 cup roasted nuts, and 1/4 cup minced red onion.
• Stir to combine and serve immediately or chill if serving later.

If your air fryer is preheated or if you are cooking multiple batches, you may need to reduce timing by a few minutes (unless preheating is called for in the recipe).