the Breville Test Kitchen
Parmesan Broccoli with Lemon Aioli
Ready in 20 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served as a snack, party finger food or as a side. The combination of smoothness of the aioli with a hint of citrus, and the salty, cheesy coating on the broccoli is simply fantastic!

the Smart Oven® Air Fryer Pro
25 mins total time
10 mins active time
Easy
Serves 4
Ingredients
Measurements:
For the broccoli
12 oz broccoli florets
2 tbsp olive oil
½ cup (1½ oz) finely grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup (½ oz) panko breadcrumbs
¼ tsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepperto season
For the lemon aioli
⅓ cup (2½ oz) mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic
¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1Insert the wire rack into position 4. Select Phase Cook for P1 and set the oven to Roast, Super Convection, 400°F, for 10 minutes. Press Confirm for P2 and set the oven to Broil, High, for 2 minutes and press Start to preheat.
- 2Place the broccoli florets in a large bowl, add the oil and toss to coat. Add the parmesan, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper and toss to coat.
- 3Place the broiling rack in the roasting pan. Arrange the broccoli in a single layer on the rack. Sprinkle with the crumb mixture that’s left in the bowl.
- 4Once preheated, place the pan in the oven and roast for 10 minutes in P1. The oven will automatically switch to P2.
- 5Meanwhile, make the lemon aioli. Combine the mayonnaise and lemon juice in a bowl. Using a microplane, grate the garlic over the mayonnaise and whisk to combine. Season with the salt.
- 6The broccoli should be browned and tender. Place in a serving bowl and sprinkle with the crumbs from the pan. Serve with the lemon aioli.