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    20 Veggielicious Air Fryer Recipes to Try Tonight!

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 9, 2023, updated June 9, 2023 - Leave a Comment

    If you're new to the world of air frying and looking for healthy and easy side dishes, then this article is for you! Here are 20 delicious and simple air fryer veggie recipes that even beginners can make. From crispy carrot fries to bacon loaded sides, these recipes are sure to add a burst of flavor to your meals.

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    Carrot Fries

    Carrot fries on a blue plate with a dip sauce.
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    Crispy, sweet and salty - this is a healthy snack or side that's all ready to serve with your favorite dipping sauce!

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    Green Beans

    A plate of air fryer green beans.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Green beans are perefectly cooked in the air fryer, and ready in under 10 minutes.

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    Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    brussel sprouts with bacon.
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    Salty, crunchy & sweet, with some acidity from balsamic vinegar it's the perfect side dish for Easter - or any time of year.

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    Sweet Potatoes

    A bowl of air fryer roasted sweet potato cubes.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Crispy and perfect, roasted air fryer sweet potato cubes is a fast and delicious side dish. You’ll love that they’re simple, vegan, vegetarian, and packed with so much flavor!

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    Cauliflower

    A bowl of air fryer cauliflower.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Light, delicious, and crispy, air fryer cauliflower is the perfect side or snack for fast healthy eating. You’ll love that cauliflower in the air fryer is simple, vegan, vegetarian, and packed with flavor!

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    Zucchini

    Air fryer zucchini on a plate.
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    Once you taste air fryer zucchini, you’ll never make it any other way! Deliciously tender and perfectly roasted, zucchini in the air fryer is a simple and speedy side dish.

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    Frozen Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Brussel sprouts.
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    Take your frozen brussels sprouts to a new level by coating them in a honey balsamic vinaigrette, with a tiny kick from cayenne peper. They come out perfectly roasted with nice caramelization!

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    Baked Sweet Potatoes

    A baked sweet potato topped with butter.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    These air fryer baked sweet potatoes are ready in less time than oven-baked. Simple and fuss-free, these perfectly cooked whole sweet potatoes are great for a fast dinner or a weeknight side dish.

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    Baby Carrots with Butter & Honey

    Carrots with parsley.
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    Baby carrots are coated in butter & honey for this air fryer version of the classic French Carrots Vichy. Try them yourself - and experience the perfect combo of salt, sweet, & silky butter!

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    Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

    Bacon wrapped asparagus on a white plate.
    Image credit: Sarah Cook

    Perfectly grilled and tender, this bacon wrapped asparagus in the air fryer is so tasty and easy to meal prep.

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    Frozen Green Beans

    Green beans in a bowl.
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    These green beans come out just as good as steamed, and are a great easy side dish for any dinner!

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    Beets

    Air fryer beets.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    These Air Fryer Beets are an easy and delicious side dish that are ready in a flash!

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    Carrots

    A bowl of air fryer carrots.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Perfectly roasted in the air fryer, for a super simple, very tasty side.

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    Butternut Squash

    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Crispy and perfectly roasted, Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a fast and delicious side dish.

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    Frozen Cauliflower

    Cauliflower in a bowl.
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    Frozen cauliflower gets a flavor packed rub, complete with a tiny spicy kick, and makes a great easy side for any meal.

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    Cabbage

    Air fryer cabbage.
    Image credit: Sarah Cook.

    Perfectly grilled and tender, air fryer cabbage is the best way to roast it!

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    Frozen Broccoli

    Broccoli.
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    A little bit crispy at the edges and deliciously seasoned with olive oil and lemon pepper. A great easy side dish for any protein!

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    Asparagus

    Air fryer asparagus on a plate.
    Image credit: Sarah Cook

    Once you taste air fryer asparagus, you'll never make it any other way! Deliciously tender and perfectly crisp, this air fryer asparagus recipe is a simple and speedy side dish.

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    Any Frozen Vegetable!

    collage showing how to make air fryer frozen green beans

    Learn how to cook ay frozen vegetable in the air fryer with this simple guide.

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    Sweet Potato Wedges

    Sweet potato wedges.
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    Sweet potato wedges seasoned with cinnamon and salt are done in just 15 minutes and come out perfectly baked. A great side for fish and chicken - and a delicious snack on their own.

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    50 Dump-And-Bake Recipes That Almost Cook Themselves

    Ranch potato bake.
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    Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen cooking and cleaning up? Look no further than these 24 dump-and-bake recipes that make cooking a breeze! With minimal effort and delicious results, you'll wonder why you haven't tried these recipes sooner! Seafood Pasta Bake Creamy, cheesy, seafood pasta all in a simple dump-and-bake package. Get the full list from always use butter

    Dump, Bake, and Devour: These 13 Dump-And-Bake Pasta Dishes Will Change Your Dinner Game Forever

    Ravioli bake.
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    Tired of spending hours in the kitchen preparing complicated pasta dishes? Say goodbye to tedious cooking techniques and welcome the convenience of dump-and-bake pasta recipes that will revolutionize your dinner routine. In this post, we've gathered 13 mouthwatering dump-and-bake pasta dishes that require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor. Get the full list from always use butter

    Tired of Cooking? Try One Of These 18 Easy Recipes Tonight!

    A spoonful of cheesy tortellini casserole.

    If you're feeling burnt out from cooking the same old meals, night after night, these 18 easy recipes are perfect for a quick and effortless dinner tonight. From pasta dishes to salads and steaks, these recipes are simple to make and packed with flavor, making them a great option for any busy weeknight. All with no - or very little - chopping and prep required. Get the full list from always use butter

    24 Dump-and-Bake Chicken Dishes That Will Simplify Your Life

    Chicken pasta bake.
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    Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to simplicity with these 24 dump-and-bake chicken dishes. Whether you're a busy parent or simply looking for hassle-free meals, these recipes will save you time and effort while still delivering delicious flavors. Prepare to simplify your life and enjoy mouthwatering chicken dinners with ease. Get the full list from always use butter

    41 Tasty New Recipe To Try For Dinner Tonight

    Baked seafood pasta.

    Looking to add some excitement to your dinner routine? Look no further! In this post, we have gathered 41 delicious new recipes that are perfect for a quick, tasty, dinner tonight. From pastas to quesadillas, get ready to explore a world of culinary delights and discover your new favorite dish! Get the full list from always use butter

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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