Traeger Broccoli

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Traeger broccoli is an super easy side dish that can be cooked alongside whatever else you cooking. So if your looking for a way to add some jazz to your plain ol’d boiled vegetables, this is the way! This side will be a hit with kids and adults, so you can serve it at cookout, dinner parties or for weeknight dinners. 

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Easy Smoked Traeger Broccoli

This easy recipe will cover everything you need to make delicious crispy and smoky broccoli. This recipe is by far the easiest dish for adding to smoker when your making Traeger smoked duck breast, stuffed and smoked chicken breast, not only is it healthy but super tasty.

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What You’ll Need to Make Traeger Broccoli

Broccoli

Olive Oil 

Kosher Salt 

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How To Make Traeger Broccoli 

Step 1: Prepare the Broccoli

Firstly, you’ll want to cut your broccoli into bite-sized florets so they’re easy to smoke. 

Next, place them in a grill basket or an aluminum foil boat. Drizzle on some olive oil and sprinkle on a teaspoon of your kosher salt. If you do use aluminum foil, then spray with olive oil to prevent the broccoli from sticking to the foil. 

If you wish to, you may add other spices such as garlic, black pepper, lemon, red pepper flakes to jazz the dish up before smoking. 

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Step 2: Smoke Your Broccoli! 

Preheat your Traeger grill to 225°F.

Place your broccoli florets on the grill and let them roast for about 30-60 minutes. 

You may check if your broccoli is done by using a fork to pierce through the stem of the florets. 

Remove from the smoker once the broccoli is crispy and the stem can be easily pierced through with a fork. 

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Step 3: Serve! 

Remove and serve hot alongside your desired main course or favorite dipping sauce. 

You may also sprinkle some parmesan cheese for some added flavor! 

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What Temperature to Smoke Traeger Broccoli At?

You’ll want to smoke your broccoli at a temperature at around 225°F. That said, you can choose to smoke your broccoli at any temperature, especially if you’re throwing it in with another dish to smoke. 

Just be sure to check your broccoli more often if it’s smoking at a higher temperature. If it’s a lower temperature, allow it to cook for longer. You really can’t mess it up if you keep monitoring the vegetables religiously! 

What Internal Temperature Do You Need to Reach for Traeger Broccoli?

You don’t have to follow a certain internal temperature for broccoli as it is not a meat product, and does not provide a safety risk if eaten raw. 

Hence, remove the vegetable from the smoker once you feel it is crispy and done. 

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How Long to Cook Traeger Broccoli

The Broccoli will take approximately 30-60 minutes. It is important to keep an eye on the broccoli and pierce it with a fork to know whether it is done or not. 

How to Store Leftover Traeger Broccoli

If you have leftover Traeger broccoli, you can store them in an air-tight bowl or container and leave them in the fridge for 3-4 days. If you happen to make a big batch ahead of time, you can also put them in ziplock bags and place them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

To reheat, you can place any leftovers from the refrigerator in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. 

If reheating from the freezer, you can thaw in the fridge overnight before tossing them in the air fryer. 

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My Favorite Wood Chips for Smoking Broccoli

Although there are many flavors of wood pellets that can work when smoking broccoli, you can use mild woods such as pecan, apple, and cherry which leave the right amount of smokiness to your vegetables. 

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What to Serve With Traeger Broccoli

This vegetable side dish will pair best with any main course such as smoked seafood, chicken, pork, or beef. Here are some of my favourite mains to serve with this broccoli;

Smoked Boneless Chicken Thighs

Pit Boss Smoked Turkey

Smoked Trout

Smoked Crispy Pork Belly

Smoked Skirt Steak

Looking for more main ideas to serve with your broccoli?

If you’ve been looking for a fun way to jazz up your vegetables during family or weekend dinners, then this recipe is the way to go for you. 

Throw it in with your main dish in your Traeger grill, be sure to not overcook the broccoli and you’ll have the perfect smoked vegetables ready for your family! 

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Traeger Broccoli

Charlie
You have to try Traeger broccoli if your looking for a way to add some jazz to your plain ol'd boiled vegetables. This side will be a hit with kids and adults, so serve it at cookout, dinner parties or for weeknight dinners. 
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner, lunch, main, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American, Barbecue, bbq, dinner, grill, lunch
Servings 4 servings
Calories 124 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pellet smoker

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh Broccoli
  • Olive Oil
  • Kosher Salt

Instructions
 

  • Firstly, you’ll want to cut your broccoli into bite-sized florets so they’re easy to smoke.
  • Next, place them in a grill basket or an aluminum foil boat. Drizzle on some olive oil and sprinkle on a teaspoon of your kosher salt. If you do use aluminum foil, then spray with olive oil to prevent the broccoli from sticking to the foil.
  • If you wish to, you may add other spices such as garlic, black pepper, lemon, red pepper flakes to jazz the dish up before smoking.
  • Preheat your Traeger grill to 225°F.
  • Place your broccoli florets on the grill and let them roast for about 30-60 minutes.
  • You may check if your broccoli is done by using a fork to pierce through the stem of the florets.
  • Remove from the smoker once the broccoli is crispy and the stem can be easily pierced through with a fork.
  • Remove and serve hot alongside your desired main course or favorite dipping sauce.
  • You may also sprinkle some parmesan cheese for some added flavor!
Keyword Traeger Broccoli

Smoke On!

Charlie

Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).

I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.

You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!

You can read more about me on our About Us page.

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