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Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables

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Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. Roasting vegetables in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to get a crispy, flavorful dish.

These air fryer roasted vegetables are one of the most nutritious dishes that my whole family enjoys. It’s super healthy and super yummy— indeed a great way to trick my kids into eating vegetables.

Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables on two plates topped with parmesan cheese
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Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables

Air Fryers are all the rage these days and for good reason. They offer a healthy alternative to deep-frying foods.

If you love oven-roasted veggies, like this Baked Cauliflower With Cheese, then you are going to love these air-fried vegetables because they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Plus they are loaded with flavor and nutrition.

Why I Love This Recipe

Air fryer roasted vegetables are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite veggies. The process is quick, easy, and low fat, but most importantly it gives you that crispy texture that we all love about our food!

  • Ready in under 30 minutes
  • Easy to make
  • Perfect for picky eaters

If you love air fryer vegetable recipes, then you may also enjoy this Air Fryer Kale Chips recipe.

This is a great side dish to serve with Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly.

Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables on a plate topped with parmesan cheese on a white and yellow striped cloth next to parsley, parmesan cheese in a glass dish and a glass of water
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Ingredients

Add these healthy ingredients to your grocery list so that you don’t forget to make this delicious air fryer roasted veggies recipe.

  • broccoli florets
  • cauliflower florets
  • baby carrots
  • yellow squash, sliced
  • baby zucchini, sliced
  • sliced mushrooms
  • small onion, sliced
  • balsamic vinegar
  • olive oil
  • minced garlic
  • sea salt
  • black pepper
  • red pepper flakes
  • parmesan cheese 
Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables ingredients

Substitutions

Olive oil: Olive oil is already a healthy option. However, if you want other healthy choices, you can use avocado oil or coconut oil instead. 

Balsamic Vinegar: A great substitute for balsamic vinegar would be cider vinegar or red wine. 

Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools

Gather these kitchen tools and get ready to make this vegetable recipe that even the picky eaters in your family will love.

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables

These roast vegetables in the air fryer are a simple recipe to make whenever you want a healthy dish to serve your family. You literally just toss everything into the air fryer, and you’re good to go. 

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer

Pre-heat Air Fryer at 400 for 3 minutes.

Step 2: Mix together the marinade

In a large bowl, add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk together.

Mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes in a glass bowl with a wire whisk

Step 3: Coat the vegetables in the marinade

Add vegetables and toss to coat.

Coated vegetables in a plastic bowl next to a wire whisk

Step 4: Air fry the vegetables

Add vegetables to the Air Fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes. Shake vegetables and cook for 6-8 additional minutes.

Vegetables coated with mixture inside the Air Fryer

Step 5: Add the cheese

Add cheese and return to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.

Roasted Vegetables inside the Air Fryer topped with parmesan cheese

Variations / Options / Add-Ins

Want to change up this recipe? Here are some ideas:

Protein: If you want to, you can also add some protein to this dish by adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Change the veggies: Use whatever vegetables you have on hand. This dish is very versatile.

Nuts: Add some crunch to the dish by topping with chopped nuts, such as almonds or pistachios.

Dried herbs: If you want more flavor, you can also add dried herbs such as oregano, basil, or thyme.

Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables on two plates topped with parmesan cheese next to more parmesan cheese in a glass dish and sauce in a glass bowl

Tips

Want to make sure that your vegetables turn out perfectly? Here are some tips:

  • Be sure to cut the vegetables into even pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Be sure to shake the basket a few times during cooking so that the vegetables don’t stick and burn.
  • For extra crispiness, cook the veggies at a higher temperature.
  • If you want to achieve a slightly charred look on your veggies, cook them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 minutes then 500 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 minute.
  • If you are using thicker veggies like carrots or potatoes, make sure to slice them into even pieces so they will cook evenly.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. If needed, cook the veggies in batches.

FAQs

Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

How to store

Store the roasted vegetables in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Can you reheat air fryer roasted vegetables?

Yes, you can reheat the veggies in the air fryer or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.

Can I freeze roasted veggies?

Yes, you can freeze roasted veggies. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables on a plate topped with parmesan cheese on a white and yellow striped cloth next to parsley, parmesan cheese in a glass dish and a glass of water

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Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables Recipe

Corinne Schmitt
Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite vegetables.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 114 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Chopping board and knife – used to cut your vegetables.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup baby carrots
  • 1/2 cup yellow squash sliced
  • 1/2 cup baby zucchini sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat Air Fryer at 400 for 3 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes. Whisk together.
  • Add vegetables and toss to coat.
  • Add vegetables to Air Fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes. Shake vegetables and cook for 6-8 additional minutes.
  • Add cheese and bake for 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 724mgPotassium: 419mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2653IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg
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