Description
Enjoy a quick and healthy way to savor crisp, flavorful vegetables using an air fryer. This recipe produces colorful, tender vegetables with a delightful crunchy exterior, requiring minimal oil and effort, perfect as a vibrant side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare and chop vegetables: Wash and dry all the vegetables thoroughly. Chop them into similar-sized bite pieces to ensure even cooking. Aim for uniform sizes so each piece gets perfectly tender and crisp.
- Season the vegetables: Place the chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil (natural) and sprinkle garlic powder (natural), smoked paprika (natural), salt, and black pepper. Toss everything gently to coat the veggies evenly with the oil and spices.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes to ensure a hot cooking environment. This step helps achieve that desired crispy texture quickly.
- Cook the vegetables: Spread the vegetables in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway through for even browning and cooking. Adjust timing depending on your air fryer and veggie size.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the vegetables from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving dish. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top to add a bright pop of color and flavor. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Use a light coating of olive oil (natural) to avoid sogginess.
- Cut vegetables evenly for consistent tenderness.
- Shake or stir the air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the basket for optimal air circulation.
- Experiment with additional spices to customize flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer vegetables, healthy side dish, quick vegetable recipe, crispy veggies, gluten free
