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    Home » Air Fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes

    14 Air Fryer Sides That Make Any Dinner Better

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated November 10, 2025 · Published November 24, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    These 14 air fryer sides are quick and easy to prepare, making any dinner more enjoyable. From crispy vegetables to flavorful potatoes, these dishes add variety and excitement to your meals. Whether you're cooking for family or friends, these sides will complement your main course perfectly.

    Carrots Vichy

    Carrots with parsley.
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    This air fryer version of a classic French dish is quick and easy, taking less than 20 minutes from start to finish. Carrots tossed in butter and honey create a sweet and savory side that everyone will enjoy. It's a simple way to elevate any dinner.

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    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

    An air fryer baked potato.
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    Air fryer baked potatoes are a quick and easy side that everyone will enjoy. They come out soft and tasty on the inside, with a nice crispy skin on the outside. With just three simple ingredients, this dish is sure to become a go-to for your meals. You can also add your favorite toppings to turn it into a satisfying main dish.

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    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    Air fryer hasselback potatoes.
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    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are a quick and easy take on the classic Swedish side dish, ready in just 30 minutes. Topped with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, they're a favorite that you'll want to make again and again. Plus, there's a handy tip included to help you slice the potatoes just right!

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    Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

    Baby potatoes in a bowl.
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    These crispy little potatoes are a great side dish for any meat-based meal. Seasoned well with salt, they remind you of the traditional Canarian potatoes known as "Papas Arrugadas." They're easy to prepare and add a nice touch to your dinner.

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    Potato Wedges

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    Air-fried potato wedges are quick and easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish. With a simple sprinkle of salt and a drizzle of olive oil, these wedges come out crispy and delicious. They offer a healthier option for a side dish that pairs well with any meal.

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    Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

    Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes
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    Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes come out crispy and buttery in less than 30 minutes with just a few easy steps. This side dish adds great flavor to any dinner. They're quick to prepare and a tasty addition to your meal.

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    Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    brussel sprouts with bacon.
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    Brussels sprouts can be a delicious side dish that's quick to prepare in just 20 minutes. They come out salty, crunchy, and a bit sweet, with a nice tang from balsamic vinegar. This dish adds a burst of flavor to any dinner.

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    Smashed Potatoes

    smashed potatoes.
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    Smashed Potatoes are a fantastic side dish that can be prepared ahead of time. With just a handful of ingredients, they come out crispy and cheesy, making them a tasty addition to any meal. These potatoes are simple to whip up and are sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon

    Sweet potato wedges.
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    Air fryer sweet potatoes are quick and easy, taking only 15 minutes to cook. With a sprinkle of cinnamon and salt, they pair well with fish and chicken, but they're also tasty enough to enjoy on their own. This side dish adds a nice touch to any meal.

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    Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic

    Brussel sprouts.
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    Frozen brussels sprouts can be transformed into a delicious side dish with just a little effort and only 16 minutes in the air fryer. Tossed in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic vinaigrette, they get a hint of heat from cayenne pepper. The result is perfectly roasted sprouts with a lovely caramelized finish, making them a great addition to any meal.

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    Air Fryer Green Beans

    Green beans in a bowl.
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    These green beans are cooked just right and are a fantastic side dish for any dinner. They add a fresh and vibrant touch to your meal, making it feel complete. Easy to prepare, they fit well with a variety of main courses.

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    Texas Toast

    Air fryer texas toast.
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    Garlicky Texas Toast comes together in just a few minutes, offering a crispy, buttery treat packed with garlic flavor. With a simple garlic butter made from everyday ingredients, this dish is quick and easy to prepare. It's a great addition to any meal, whether as an appetizer or a side.

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    Mexican Roasted Potatoes

    MExican. potatoes.
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    Crispy Mexican Potatoes are a fantastic side dish that can be ready in just 45 minutes. Seasoned with Mexican spices and finished with lime and cilantro, they bring a nice kick to your meal. These potatoes are great alongside a cool sauce or sour cream, adding a refreshing touch. You can prepare them in either the oven or an air fryer, making it easy to fit into your cooking routine.

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    Air Fryer Bell Peppers

    Air fryer bell peppers.
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    Air Fryer Bell Peppers are a quick and tasty side dish that you can whip up in under 10 minutes. Seasoned with garlic and thyme, they bring a wonderful flavor to your meal. These peppers are sure to become a go-to option for any dinner.

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    More Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes

    • Brussel sprouts.
      7 Air Fryer Veggie Sides That Go With Any Dinner
    • Air fryer hasselback potatoes.
      8 Air Fryer Potato Sides That Beat Anything From the Oven
    • Air fryer bell peppers.
      Air Fryer Bell Peppers
    • Air fryer breakfast potatoes.
      Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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