# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups broccoli florets, about 1 medium head
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
04 - 1 large egg
→ Dry Ingredients
05 - 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes
02 - Bring a medium pot of salted water to boil. Add broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels
03 - Finely chop the broccoli or pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains
04 - In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, onion, cheddar cheese, egg, panko, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined and mixture holds together
05 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of mixture and shape into small cylinder forms. Repeat with remaining mixture
06 - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Arrange tots in a single layer, leaving space between each tot
07 - Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crisp
08 - Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce
