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    Home » Air Fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes

    7 Air Fryer Veggie Sides That Go With Any Dinner

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated November 10, 2025 · Published November 22, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    These 7 air fryer veggie sides are quick and easy to prepare, making them perfect for any dinner. Packed with flavor and nutrients, they complement a variety of main dishes. Whether you're looking for something crispy, roasted, or seasoned, these sides will add a delicious touch to your meal.

    Air Fryer Carrot Fries

    Carrot fries on a blue plate with a dip sauce.
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    Air Fryer Carrot Fries are a simple and tasty side dish that can be ready in just 12-14 minutes. They come out crispy and have a nice balance of sweetness and saltiness. This healthy option pairs well with any meal and is perfect for serving alongside your favorite dipping sauce.

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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 less than 10 minutes. Seasoned with garlic and thyme, they bring a wonderful flavor that pairs well with any meal. These peppers are easy to prepare and are sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

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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. Coated in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic vinaigrette, these sprouts have a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, resulting in perfectly roasted veggies with a nice caramelized finish. This dish pairs well with any dinner and is a great way to enjoy your vegetables.

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    Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli

    Broccoli.
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    Frozen broccoli cooked in the air fryer turns out crispy on the edges and full of flavor with just a bit of olive oil and lemon pepper. This simple side dish pairs well with any main course, making it a versatile addition to your meal. It's an easy way to add some veggies to your plate without much effort.

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    Air Fryer Green Beans

    Green beans in a bowl.
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    These green beans are a fantastic side dish that pairs well with any meal. They come out tender and flavorful, making them a great addition to your dinner table. Simple to prepare, they add a nice touch to your meal without requiring much effort.

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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 about 20 minutes. They come out salty, crunchy, and a bit sweet, with a nice tang from balsamic vinegar. This dish pairs well with any dinner and adds a burst of flavor to your meal.

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    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. With carrots tossed in butter and honey, it's a simple side that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to any dinner, these veggies are sure to please.

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    More Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes

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      Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
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      Air Fryer Fingerling 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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