70+ Vegetarian air fryer recipes - Splash of Taste - Vegetarian Recipes (2024)

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Vegetarian and vegan air fryer recipes that you’re going to love Why use an air fryer? What is an air fryer? Is an air fryer useful for a vegetarian? Delicious recipes that the whole family will enjoy! Maple roasted air fryer carrots Easy air fryer mushrooms recipe Air fryer green beans Air fryer tomatoes Air fryer zucchini fries Easy cheesy air fryer carrots Air fryer buffalo cauliflower Vegetarian and vegan air fryer recipes to impress Air fryer zucchini Easy air fryer asparagus Easy air fryer brussels sprouts Air fryer cherry tomatoes Air fryer frozen onion rings Air fryer Mexican corn (elote) Air fryer toast Easy vegetarian air fryer recipes Air Fryer Apple Chips (with cinnamon!) Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic Air Fryer Polenta Fries Make Amazing Onion Rings in Your Air Fryer Time to get your air fryer out Hasselback Potatoes in Air fryer Air Fryer Popcorn {Healthy} Air fryer onions Air Fryer Plantains (In 20 Minutes) Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Air Fryer Banana Boats Shaved Brussels Sprouts in the Air Fryer Fried Chicken Sandwich | Torta De Milanesa De Pollo Air Fryer Eggplant Easy Air Fryer Avocado Fries Air Fryer Southwestern Egg Rolls Air Fryer Parsnips Recipe Air fryer recipes for the whole family Eggplant Parmesan Fries (Air Fryer Recipe) Smoky Air Fried Chickpeas Vegan Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks Recipe Air Fryer Acorn Squash (Instant Pot) Quick and easy, just the way we like it The Best Coconut Vegan Shrimp Air Fryer Garlic Bread Air Fryer Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Soy dressing Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes with Red Onion Air Fryer Cauliflower With Parmesan Easy Mexican Air Fryer Corn Ribs Simple Sweet And Spicy Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings With BBQ Sauce Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower Easy Roasted Air Fryer Beets The Best Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes Vegan Air Fryer Donuts with Jam Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash (Air Fryer) Air Fryer Pickle Spears Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tacos Air Fryer Beyond Burger (Ready In 10 Minutes!) Air Fryer Gobi Manchurian Air Fryer Vegan Calamari (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) Air Fried Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings (gluten-free, easy)! Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Air Fryer Peach Cobbler Air Fryer Breakfast Casserole (Frittata) Air Fryer Nachos Lions Mane Mushroom Recipe: Air Fryer Crab Cakes Air Fryer Egg Bites Air Fryer Artichokes with Aioli Air Fryer Quesadilla Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash Air Fryer Veggie Quesadillas Vegan Baked Lumpia Shanghai (Oven/Air Fryer) Air Fryer Texas Toast Garlic Bread Air Fryer Jerky | Vegan Oyster Mushroom Jerky Cramosas Air Fryer Pizza More air fryer vegetarian recipes coming soon Air fryer Brussels sprouts Utensils Ingredients Instructions Notes Nutrition Disclaimer Did you make this recipe? You may also like… Crispy Portobello Mushroom Fries Recipe Quick Thai Omelet Recipe (Kai Jeow) FAQs References

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We’ve rounded up over 70 of the best vegetarian air fryer recipes and we know you’re going to love them!

We’ve got vegetable dishes galore from air fryer tomatoes to air fryer buffalo cauliflower.

And from cheesy air fryer carrots to air fried frozen onion rings.

We have something for everyone!

Vegetarian and vegan air fryer recipes that you’re going to love

You don’t have to be vegetarian or vegan to enjoy these delicious recipes.

If you’re cooking your Sunday dinner, Thanksgiving dinner, or Christmas dinner, you’ll need vegetable side dishes.

And we’ve got delicious, quick, easy recipes for you.

Why use an air fryer?

  • They are quick.
  • You have less mess, meaning a quicker clean up.
  • Food is often more healthy when cooked in an air fryer.
  • An air fryer can act as a second oven when cooking for a large group.
  • With so many delicious, quick, and easy air fryer recipes, there’s never been a better time to use it!

What is an air fryer?

An air fryer is like a mini oven that sits on your countertop.

It pushes hot air down onto the food and all around it, and by doing so, it imitates deep frying.

The great thing is that food is usually more healthy as you need less oil.

When cooking for a large group, an air fryer acts like a second oven, and it cooks in less time with less mess – it is SO useful!

Is an air fryer useful for a vegetarian?

Absolutely!

Air fryers are great for vegetarians!

We cook all types of different foods in ours.

From toast to

Delicious recipes that the whole family will enjoy!

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Maple roasted air fryer carrots

Insanely tasty, coated in maple syrup, with just a hint of balsamic vinegar and cinnamon. We love snacking on these carrots in our favorite dipping sauce!

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Easy air fryer mushrooms recipe

Probably the best mushrooms we've ever tasted! Italian seasoning is just one of the ingredients that help make this the perfect side dish or snack. If you try just one recipe, try this one!

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Air fryer green beans

4 ingredients and 10 minutes are all it takes to make the most perfect crisp and tender green beans in your air fryer.

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Air fryer tomatoes

These Italian air fried tomatoes are sensational! Perfect on toast, for lunch, or as a delicious side dish. This is a contender for our favorite air fryer recipe!

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Air fryer zucchini fries

You'll pass on the French fries once you taste these cheesy zucchini fries that are so quick and such an easy recipe to make. They are crispy perfection and ideal for picky eaters!

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Easy cheesy air fryer carrots

The most delicious cheesy carrots that you could hope for! Mouthwatering caramelized cheese with Italian seasoning dipped in your favorite dipping sauce makes them a real healthy treat.

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Air fryer buffalo cauliflower

Forget chicken wings, cauliflower is where it is at now! Cauliflower florets coated in red hot sauce and dipped in a wonderful dipping sauce. Perfect for game night or snacking in front of the TV.

Vegetarian and vegan air fryer recipes to impress

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Air fryer zucchini

Beautifully crispy yet soft on the inside, our air fryer zucchini chips are a great way to get the kids to eat more vegetables. We love to dip them in a sour cream and chive dip.

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Easy air fryer asparagus

When asparagus is in season, then you've got to grab a bunch and cook them in the air fryer. Tender yet still crunchy and topped with delicious vegetarian Parmesan cheese, you should try these!

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Easy air fryer brussels sprouts

No Sunday dinner, Thanksgiving dinner, or Christmas dinner would be complete without air fryer Brussels sprouts. These are cooked with maple syrup and topped with Vegetarian Parmesan cheese - awesome!

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Air fryer cherry tomatoes

The sweetest and juiciest cherry tomatoes you can imagine. If we can stop ourselves from eating them straight from the air fryer basket, then we love to add them to a pasta sauce.

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Air fryer frozen onion rings

Need onion rings in a hurry? We show you how to cook frozen onion rings in the air fryer in just 8 minutes. Simple, quick, and delicious!

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Air fryer Mexican corn (elote)

Stop! You have GOT to try Mexican street corn all made in the air fryer - they are epic! Toppedmayo, vegetarian Parmesan cheese, a dash of freshly squeezed lime juice, and chili powder. You won't want corn any other way from now on!

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Air fryer toast

We all have to start somewhere when learning to air fry, so try this simple recipe to make toast in your new air fryer. Perfectly cooked, just the way you want it!

Easy vegetarian air fryer recipes

Air fryer apple chips are a sweet, low-calorie alternative to carb heavy potato chips and other sugary sweets. The perfect healthy treat for the autumn season!

Garlic and asparagus go hand-in-hand in this delicious and easy Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic recipe. Pass the lemon wedges and you'll be all set!

Move over French fries, because these Italian polenta fries are hands down delicious and so easy to cook to perfection in the air fryer. Made with pre-cooked polenta, these fries are quick to prep with simple seasoning and served with grated parmesan and fresh thyme.

Air Fryer Onion Rings turn out crispy, crunchy, and golden brown without all the fat and mess of deep frying.

Time to get your air fryer out

Air fryer Hasselback Potatoes are a delightful side for all potato lovers. Brushed with a tasty seasoning, these potatoes are brimming with flavor and are absolutely addictive.

Easy & delicious air fryer popcorn that is ready in minutes! This fluffy and crunchy popcorn is a healthy snack that everyone will enjoy.

Air fryer onions, crispy or soft, are perfect on the top of a vegan hotdog. This method is super easy and you can cater to both crunchy and soft onion lovers with one recipe!

Air fryer plantains are a sweet & simple side dish that pair perfectly with your morning eggs, South American inspired dinner, or even eaten alone! They crisp up perfectly in an air fryer and come together in under 20 minutes.

This air fryer tofu is so crispy and delicious and makes the perfect snack! It’s also so easy to make.

So easy to make and absolutely delicious, these Air Fryer Banana Boats can even be made in your oven, on the grill, or over a campfire. They’re vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free.

Shaved Brussels sprouts in the air fryer are crunchy and delicious! Made with only 4 ingredients, these shredded Brussel sprouts are made with simple ingredients and perfect for Thanksgiving or any night of the week. Done in less than 20 minutes!

This Mexican vegan torta or sandwich is made with vegan air fried "chicken". The chicken is made using battered and air fried oyster mushrooms, and the sandwich is insanely delicious!

Air Fryer Eggplant is so easy to make with little clean-up required! I love using the air fryer to cook eggplant and make my favorite eggplant recipes, like baba ghanoush, for my family.

Air fryer Avocado fries are the perfect combination of crunchy, on the outside with a creamy interior. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they are perfect for an appetizer or side dish.

A 5 star recipe that always gets rave reviews, these air fryer southwestern egg rolls are a healthier version of the popular Chili’s recipe. This time they’re made all vegetarian!

This Air Fryer Parsnips recipe is healthy and easy to prepare! The parsnips are air fried until crispy and topped with a balsamic glaze.

Air fryer recipes for the whole family

You've tried French fries, but these Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan Fries make the best crispy appetizer! This recipe is vegetarian, gluten free, and perfect with marinara.

Up your snacking game with these Smoky Air Fryer Chickpeas. They are quick, easy, healthy and a little bit addicting. No air fryer? No worries, I've included an oven method too.

Liven up your leftovers with a batch of these Vegan Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls! Perfectly crispy on the outside with a pillowy potato filling on the inside, they're easy to make and ready in just 10 minutes in the air fryer!

Air fryer cauliflower steaks are an easy plant-based meal and a fun way to add more veggies into your diet.

This air fryer acorn squash is an easy, mess-free way to cook winter squash! Use your Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid and your favorite seasonings.

Quick and easy, just the way we like it

This coconut crusted vegan shrimp comes out perfectly crispy in the air fryer! They have a delicious seafood-y taste thanks to a secret ingredient and are surprisingly easy to make—ready in 30 minutes or less!

This air fryer garlic bread is ridiculously quick and easy. With just six ingredients it's on the table in ten minutes. A great side dish or a delicious snack.

This recipe uses an air fryer to help you prepare a healthier, yet still amazingly flavorful Chinese eggplant side dish in less than 15 minutes!

Got sweet potatoes? Air fryer sweet potato cubes are tasty and crispy. The added red onions and maple syrup give them a punch of savory/sweet flavor.

Seasoned with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper and tossed in olive oil, these air fryer cauliflower bites are sure to please. The finishing touch is a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese!

Delicious garlicky, spicy, and smoky corn on the cob, air fried to perfection into fun easy to eat ribs that are sure to be your family's favorite! Air Fryer “corn ribs” for the win

Make this super easy & healthy air fryer cauliflower wings with bbq sauce without deep-frying. Perfect for a healthy appetizer or side dish. These cauliflower bites are made without breading, meaning no need to layer the florets with panko breadcrumbs in a classic way.

This Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower recipe is not only easy to make but also delicious! Makes a great appetizer or snack when you’re craving something spicy.

These easy roasted Air fryer beets are ready in 15 minutes and are great as a side dish, snack, or topping. Perfectly tender and caramelized, they're Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, and Gluten-free.

These crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes are the perfect way to start your day! They're easy to make and customizable with your favorite seasonings.

These vegan air fryer donuts are just like your classic jam donuts but easier! There's no need for a scary deep fryer with splashing hot oil!

Chocolate chip cookies made in your air fryer! Easy to make, small batch, and super quick!

This easy Air Fryer spaghetti squash takes half the time of cooking in the oven and creates perfect noodle strands that are ready to be enjoyed with your favorite meals.

These Air Fryer Pickle Spears are a way to enjoy a dill-icious snack without the fat and guilt of deep-fried versions.

These sweet potato tacos are perfect for taco Tuesday. They're a flavorful vegetarian alternative and both easy and fast to make in the air fryer! Great with a side of vegetarian refried beans!

This Air Fryer Beyond Burger is easy to prepare and ready in just 10 minutes! It's tender, smoky, and full of flavor in every bite. Perfect with a side of French fries. Vegan and gluten-free!

Gobi Manchurian is every vegan Indo-Chinese food lover’s favorite winter meal. However, the air fryer version of this recipe is entirely something else.

Insanely crispy Vegan Calamari made in the air fryer! This healthy plant-based calamari is gluten-free, allergy-free, and oil-free! Made with Hearts of Palm and a light seasoned breading, this squid-free calamari recipe will blow your mind and become your go-to appetizer for impressing anyone!

Try this delicious and quick air fryer cauliflower with tahini sauce. Have this delicious recipe in under 10 minutes.

These TikTok-Inspired Rice Paper Vegetable Dumplings are crispy outside and a little chewy inside. Easy air fried to golden crispy delicious!

Making Baked Potatoes in an air fryer is so simple! The best part is that they come out perfectly light and flakey on the inside with extra crispy skin on the outside.

This Air Fryer Peach Cobbler is dangerously tasty and easy. Each ramekin is loaded with fresh peaches tossed in brown sugar and a buttery “biscuit” like topping. And of course, peach cobbler would not be complete without whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Air Fryer Breakfast Casserole is quick and easy frittata with veggies, cheese and optional sausage or hashbrowns. Meal prep for breakfast or serve during holidays, this healthy breakfast will be a hit!

These air fryer nachos are crispy, cheesy and the perfect choice for a great, quick and easy appetizer that can be made in just 5 minutes!

Wondering how to make vegetarian crab cakes? This lion’s mane mushroom recipe of air fryer crab cakes will blow you away! When shredded into small pieces this tender, mild-flavored mushroom replaces lump crab for amazing meatless crab cakes.

Air fryer egg bites can be made with chopped kale, bell peppers and all the veggies for a vegetarian breakfast idea.

With the help of your air fryer, you can prepare tender and flavorful air fryer artichokes in under 10 minutes. And when you serve them with a homemade garlic aioli, these roasted vegetables are sure to be a popular snack for any occasion.

These air fryer quesadillas are super easy, healthy, and come out perfectly crisp with a creamy, cheesy center!

If summer squash is taking over your garden, you need to try cooking it in the air fryer! Crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, it’s an easy and healthy side dish that goes with almost anything.

Bell peppers and vegan cheese make up these delicious vegan air fryer quesadillas

These vegan lumpia, or Filipino spring rolls, are savory, delicious, and perfectly crispy. An easy appetizer that everyone will love!

Make Air Fryer Texas Toast in just a few minutes - crispy, buttery and filled with garlic flavor! All with just a few simple steps.

Save money making your own vegan oyster mushroom jerky! This air fryer jerky has a fast cook time compared to most jerky recipes!

A cramosa is a samosa inside of a croissant. These vegan cramosas can be ready as quickly as 15 minutes, if you use an air fryer.

Epic delicious food couldn’t get any easier with this vegan Air Fryer Pizza, making any night a pizza night! Load it up with anything you like, throw it in the air fryer, and in 10-12 minutes you’ve got delicious homemade pizza.

More air fryer vegetarian recipes coming soon

We’ve many vegetarian and plant based meals planned.

Look out for air fryer kale chips, vegan taquitos, tater tots, tofu satay, and many more!

We hope you enjoy making and eating our air fryer recipes and would love to hear how you got on with them.

Please leave a comment below and feel free to ask any questions you may have.

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Air fryer Brussels sprouts

Amazing crispy air fryer Brussels sprouts in just 12 mins! Great for getting kids to eat veggies! So good they may not make it to the table! With 6 ingredients, this is so easy!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time12 minutes mins

Total Time22 minutes mins

Servings4 servings

Calories115

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Worldwide

Author: Mandy Applegate | Splash of Taste

Utensils

Air fryer liners (optional)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts trimmed with the outer leaves removed
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • ¼ cup vegetarian Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F/190°C (see your air fryer manufacturer's instructions).

  • Tip: For really tender inside Brussels sprouts, soak in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain the water and pat them dry.

  • Place your brussels sprouts in a large mixing bowl, add extra virgin olive oil, maple syrup, vegetarian parmesan cheese, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and, using your hands, toss to coat the Brussels sprouts.

    1 pound Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, ¼ cup vegetarian Parmesan cheese, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • Now, add the Brussels sprouts to your air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10 minutes, removing the basket halfway to shake it to ensure they cook evenly. Remove the basket, shake, and then cook for a further 1 – 3 minutes, so that the Brussels sprouts are nice and crispy. Serve immediately in a bowl adding a sprinkling of vegetarian parmesan cheese. Enjoy your delicious air fryer Brussels sprouts!

Notes

  • Size matters:
    If your Brussels sprouts are smaller, they may cook more quickly, if they are larger, they may need longer, keep an eye on them and adjust the timings accordingly.
  • Want them bite-sized?
    Cut your Brussels sprouts in half before air frying them.
  • Play with the flavors!
    Try a little fresh garlic or garlic powder, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to give a little heat, or add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or a balsamic vinegar glaze.
  • Eat them cold:
    Any leftovers get eaten straight from the fridge!
  • Store them:
    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, we don’t recommend freezing them as they turn a little mushy.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 276mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 2mg

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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FAQs

Is an air fryer worth it for vegetarians? ›

Air fryers might be best known for cooking meaty dishes, but there's so much vegetarians can do with it. Obviously you can cook up fabulous chips, but there's also mozzarella sticks, cauliflower 'wings', crispy tofu and lots of veggie dinners.

How do you add Flavour to vegetarian dishes? ›

Lift your flavors with acids: Marinades, vinegar, and spritzes of lemon will help get tastebuds happy without reaching for added salt or sugar. Load in extra veggies: Double up the veggies in your sauced dishes, or sneak in more veggies by blending them seamlessly into sauces.

What do vegans use an air fryer for? ›

They're a dream for prep, and protein prep in general.

Air fryers give you the ability to prep a larger volume of food at once, and use minimal pieces of equipment while doing so. Alongside that, they're a dream for prepping vegan protein sources like tofu, tempeh, or your favourite plant-based meat alternative.

What are 3 disadvantages of using an air fryer? ›

Top health risks of air-fryers
  • Fats may be damaged. One example of a negative effect air-frying may have on food and your health was illustrated by a study that assessed the impact of cooking fatty varieties of fish, such as sardines, in an air-fryer. ...
  • May produce polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) ...
  • Non-stick linings.
Sep 4, 2024

What vegetable is best for an air fryer? ›

Air Frying Firm vegetables

While firm vegetables take a bit longer to cook, they are equally as delicious! Firm vegetables like carrots, beets, potatoes, and pumpkin can all be cooked in an air fryer in under 30 minutes—significantly reducing your time spent in the kitchen.

What is a vegetarian alternative to bacon? ›

We've rounded up a list of all of the best meat-free bacon alternatives to help you find your new faves.
  • Tempeh bacon. If you haven't heard of Tempeh, it's an excellent meat-free protein source which originated in Indonesia. ...
  • Shiitake Mushroom bacon. ...
  • Seitan bacon. ...
  • Breaded aubergine. ...
  • Carrot bacon.
Feb 26, 2023

Are eggs vegetarian? ›

By definition, vegetarianism is classified as excluding any form of animal flesh (the tissue, muscles or meat of an animal). The humble egg doesn't fall into this category and is therefore included in a vegetarian eating pattern.

How do they make vegetarian food taste like meat? ›

This often means the use of copious seasonings and spices, yeast extracts, enhancers like nut-based sauces and mushrooms, and coconut oil. Due to various ingredients and processes used, some brands of plant-based meat have actually accomplished the flavor of real meat…

What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.
  • Wet Batters. ...
  • Cheesy Items. ...
  • Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  • Baked Goods. ...
  • Greens. ...
  • Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  • Too Much of Anything.
Apr 14, 2023

Is there anything you can't air fry? ›

Anything with a wet batter

Recipes that use a wet batter, including fried chicken, will end up being very messy if cooked in an air fryer. This is because there won't be enough hot oil to set the batter, and it will likely drip everywhere rather than forming a crunchy coating.

Why I don t use air fryer? ›

I find the texture of most air-fried food a bit off-putting

Air fryers are advertised as a healthier cooking option, mostly because they don't require a lot of oil. But fat has a big impact on the texture of foods. I've found that the appliance typically produces dishes that are more dry than crisp.

Is an air fryer really worth it? ›

Essentially, yes. Air fryers use fans to continuously circulate hot air, which cooks food evenly and quickly, and gets it wonderfully crispy. There are two main types of air fryers to choose from: ones that open up like a toaster oven and ones that have a basket that you fill with food.

Does air frying vegetables make them less healthy? ›

Air frying is a healthier option because it essentially eliminates added oils,” confirms registered dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, LD.

Are veggie burgers better in air fryer? ›

The best way to cook frozen veggie burgers is in the air fryer, as the circulating hot air cooks them evenly while creating a nice, crispy texture on the outside.

Is it better to get an air fryer or not? ›

If you're going to use your air fryer to cook items like oven-ready, batter-coated or crumb-coated fish, chicken nuggets or oven chips, an air fryer won't make the items any healthier than cooking them in the oven. But, if you were planning to deep- or shallow-fry food, you'll save yourself a big calorie hit.

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