This guide includes gluten-free-friendly air fryer recipes for vegetables, tofu, plant-based protein, quick sides, snacks, and easy vegetarian dinners.

Every recipe here is crafted with the Vegetarian Mamma family in mind:
✔ Gluten-free friendly
✔ Vegetarian (many vegan options)
✔ Simple pantry ingredients
✔ Family-approved flavors

Use this page as your starting point for gluten-free vegetarian air fryer recipes, including crispy vegetables, tofu, easy dinners, snacks, sides, and beginner-friendly air fryer tips.

Best Air Fryer Recipes to Try First

Start with these reader-favorite recipes that deliver consistent results and bold flavor:

• Crispy Air Fryer Tofu (15 min) – Perfectly golden cubes with a tender center. Great for bowls, salads, or dipping.
• Air Fryer Broccoli – Crispy edges, tender inside, and packed with flavor.
• Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Cauliflower – A versatile veggie that soaks up the honey and sriracha beautifully.
• Air Fryer Zucchini Coins – Quick summer side or appetizer without the excess oil. Yum!

Air Fryer Snacks

Looking for something crispy? Browse our easy vegetarian air fryer snacks for gluten-free appetizers, afternoon snacks, and party ideas.

Air Fryer Vegetables

Cooking vegetables in the air fryer is one of the easiest ways to get that crispy roasted texture without turning on the oven. These recipes are perfect for quick side dishes or adding to grain bowls and salads.

You’ll find simple, gluten-free vegetable recipes that are:

• Fast (most done in under 15 minutes)
• Flavor-packed
• Kid-friendly and customizable

👉 Scroll through the recipes below to find your next favorite vegetable side.

• Air Fryer Asparagus
• 15-Minute Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
• Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
• Air Fryer Green Beans
• Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes
• Air Fryer Fried Pickles
• Air Fryer Kale Chips
• Air Fryer Zucchini Coins

Air Fryer Tofu & Plant-Based Protein

If you’ve struggled with soggy tofu, the air fryer is a game-changer. It creates a crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender, making it perfect for adding protein to your meals.

Try these air fryer tofu and plant-based protein recipes when you need a filling vegetarian meal:

• Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
• Air Fryer Meatloaf
• Beyond Burger Air Fryer
• Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos
• Vegetarian Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

These tofu recipes are:

• High-protein and satisfying
• Gluten-free and easy to adapt
• Perfect for meal prep and bowls

👉 Pair these with your favorite sauces, salads, or rice dishes for a complete meal.

Sauces to check out to pair with your Tofu:

• Best Lemon Garlic Aioli
• Bitchin Sauce
• Bloves Sauce 
• Cilantro Garlic Sauce
• Dragon Sauce
• Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce 
• Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce
• Palomino Sauce
• Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Sauce
• Sweet Potato Sauce
• Vegan Buffalo Sauce

Air Fryer Vegetarian Dinner Ideas

Need a fast dinner? These air fryer recipes make it easy to get a complete vegetarian meal on the table quickly.

Think:

• Quick veggie + protein combinations
• One-basket meals
• Simple recipes with minimal prep
• Example: Air Fryer Beyond Meat Meatloaf is a hearty vegetarian dinner made with Beyond Meat, gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed, and a flavorful glaze. It is a good choice when you want a comfort-food meal from the air fryer.

👉 These are perfect for busy nights when you need something fast, healthy, and filling.

• Air Fryer Meatloaf
• Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos
• Air Fryer Quesadilla (may also be a snack)
• Air Fryer Pizza
• Beyond Burger Air Fryer
• Gluten-Free Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
• Vegetarian Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Quick Air Fryer Recipes

Short on time? These recipes are designed to be fast, efficient, and stress-free.

• Minimal prep
• Quick cook times
• Maximum flavor

👉 Ideal for last-minute meals, snacks, or easy sides.

• Air Fryer Baked Potato
• Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato
• Air Fryer Hot Dogs
• Air Fryer Morel Mushrooms
• Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
• Air Fryer Potato Pancakes
• Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

Gluten-Free Air Fryer Tips for Vegetarian Cooking

Air fryer vegetarian recipes are naturally easy to adapt for gluten-free cooking, but it is still important to check labels carefully. Vegetarian meat alternatives, sauces, tortillas, breadcrumbs, buns, and frozen foods can all contain hidden gluten.

For the best gluten-free air fryer results:

• Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or panko when breading vegetables, tofu, or eggplant.
• Choose gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos instead of traditional soy sauce.
• Check labels on veggie burgers, veggie dogs, meat alternatives, frozen snacks, and seasonings.
• Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket so that vegetables and tofu crisp rather than steam.
• Shake or flip food halfway through cooking for even browning.

These small steps help your air fryer recipes turn out crispy, flavorful, and safe for gluten-free eaters.

Air Fryer Vegetarian Recipes FAQ

What can vegetarians cook in an air fryer?

Vegetarians can cook tofu, tempeh, veggie burgers, stuffed peppers, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, Brussels sprouts, eggplant, mushrooms, quesadillas, pizza, and crispy snacks in the air fryer. It is one of the easiest ways to make meatless meals with crispy texture and quick cook times.

Are air fryer vegetarian recipes gluten-free?

Many air fryer vegetarian recipes are naturally gluten-free, especially those made with vegetables, potatoes, tofu, and rice. Always check labels on sauces, breadcrumbs, tortillas, buns, veggie meats, and frozen foods to make sure they are gluten-free.

What are the best vegetables to cook in an air fryer?

Broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans, asparagus, corn, mushrooms, and eggplant all cook well in the air fryer. The best results come from cutting vegetables into even pieces and cooking them in a single layer.

How do you keep air fryer vegetables from getting soggy?

Do not overcrowd the basket. Air needs room to circulate around the vegetables so they roast instead of steam. Pat vegetables dry, use a small amount of oil when needed, season well, and shake or flip halfway through cooking.

How do you make tofu crispy in the air fryer?

Use firm or extra-firm tofu, press out extra moisture, cut it into even cubes, and toss it with oil and seasoning. For extra crunch, use a gluten-free starch or coating if the recipe calls for it. Cook until the outside is golden and crisp while the center stays tender.

Do vegetarian air fryer recipes need oil?

Most air fryer recipes need only a small amount of oil for the best texture. Some recipes can be made with very little oil, but a light coating often helps vegetables, tofu, and breaded foods brown and crisp more evenly.

What is the best air fryer for vegetarian cooking?

A basket-style air fryer works well for small batches of vegetables, tofu, potatoes, and snacks. An air fryer oven can be helpful for larger families or when cooking multiple layers. The best choice depends on how many people you cook for and how much counter space you have.

More Air Fryer Resources

Beyond recipes, we’ll help you master your air fryer with guides to cleaning it and avoiding common air fryer mistakes. Still shopping around? Check out our expert air fryer reviews to find the best model for your kitchen!

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Cooking hot dogs in the air fryer gives them a warm, lightly browned exterior without heating up the grill, stovetop, or oven. Just place the hot dogs in the air fryer basket, cook at 390°F for 4–5 minutes, and add your favorite toppings.

If you need this recipe to be gluten-free, choose gluten-free hot dogs or veggie dogs and serve them in gluten-free hot dog buns. You can also skip the bun and enjoy your air fryer hot dogs with toppings and your favorite gluten-free sides.

❤Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Hot Dog Recipe

There are so many reasons to love making hot dogs in the air fryer!

• Ready in about 5 minutes
• Works with veggie dogs, vegan hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, or regular hot dogs
• No grill, stovetop, or oven needed
• Great for quick lunches, easy dinners, summer meals, and busy weeknights
• Easy to make gluten-free with gluten-free buns
• Perfect when you only need a few hot dogs at a time
• The buns can be warmed or lightly toasted in the air fryer too

This is one of those easy air fryer recipes you will come back to again and again, especially when you want something simple, fast, and family-friendly.

Air Fryer Hot Dog Recipe

Cooking hot dogs in an air fryer is completely possible, and it may become your favorite way to make them! The air fryer circulates hot air around the hot dogs, helping them heat quickly and evenly.

The best part is that you only need a few minutes. These air fryer hot dogs cook at 390°F for 4–5 minutes. Then you can place them in buns, add toppings, and enjoy.

If you love simple air fryer recipes, try these next: Air Fryer Corn on the Cob, Air Fryer Green Beans, Air Fryer Asparagus, or Crispy Air Fryer Tofu.

🌭Veggie Dogs Turn Out Better in the Air Fryer

If you are making veggie dogs or vegan hot dogs, the air fryer is a great option. Veggie dogs can sometimes get tough when grilled, but the air fryer cooks them quickly and gives the outside a warm, lightly browned texture.

You can use this same method for vegan hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, plant-based hot dogs, or regular hot dogs. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the brand, size, and thickness of the hot dog, but 4–5 minutes at 390°F is a great place to start.

For best results, place the hot dogs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not stack them, because the hot air needs to circulate around each one.

This recipe is going to be your favorite recipe this summer. You don’t need to start up your stove top and warm your kitchen, and you won’t have to wait for your grill to warm up outside. These hot dogs will make your life easier this summer, I promise!

If you are looking for an air fryer, we have the Power Fryer XL and a Cosori Air Fryer.

If you love your air fryer and cooking hot dogs in your air fryer, you might consider trying our Air Fryer Sriracha Cauliflower, Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers, Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes, or Air Fryer Zucchini Coins.

You might wonder, “What is an air fryer?” Check out our description below. If you already know, just keep scrolling!

🛒Ingredients for Air Fryer Hot Dogs

You only need a few simple ingredients to make hot dogs in the air fryer.

Hot Dogs: Use your favorite hot dogs. I like using veggie dogs, but this air fryer method also works with vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, or regular hot dogs.

Gluten-Free Hot Dog Buns, Optional: If you are serving these in buns, gluten-free hot dog buns are my choice. Always read labels to ensure your hot dogs, veggie dogs, and buns are gluten-free, if needed.

Toppings, Optional: Use your favorite hot dog toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, relish, diced onions, pickles, sauerkraut, jalapeños, or vegan cheese.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below, and I will get back to you.

How to Make Hot Dogs in the Air Fryer

You can make air fryer hot dogs in just a few easy steps.

1. Optional, but I like to score the tops of my hot dogs before putting them into the air fryer.
2. Place hot dogs into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
3. Cook hot dogs in the air fryer at 390°F for 4–5 minutes.
4. Remove the hot dogs from the air fryer.
5. Place each hot dog into a bun, add your favorite condiments and toppings, and enjoy!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe card below.

How Long Do You Cook Hot Dogs in the Air Fryer?

Hot dogs cook quickly in the air fryer. Most hot dogs are ready in about 4–5 minutes at 390°F.

Here is a simple air fryer hot dog timing guide:

Air fryers can vary, so check the hot dogs near the end of the cook time. If you want them a little more browned, add another minute.

Can You Make Air Fryer Hot Dogs Gluten-Free?

Yes, air fryer hot dogs can be gluten-free if you use gluten-free hot dogs or veggie dogs and gluten-free buns.

Always check ingredient labels because brands vary. Some veggie dogs, vegan hot dogs, and plant-based hot dogs may contain wheat or gluten-based ingredients. Buns are another place where gluten can sneak in, so choose certified gluten-free buns if needed.

You can also skip the bun and serve your air-fried hot dogs with toppings, fries, potato salad, watermelon-basil salad, or vegetables.

Best Toppings for Air Fryer Hot Dogs

The toppings are one of the best parts! Try your air fryer hot dogs with:

• Ketchup
• Mustard
• Relish
• Diced onions
• Pickles
• Sauerkraut
• Jalapeños
• Vegan cheese
• Chili
• Gluten-free crispy onions, if available

You can keep them classic with ketchup and mustard or build a loaded hot dog with chili, onions, and cheese.

Can You Put Hot Dog Buns in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can warm or lightly toast hot dog buns in the air fryer. I usually add the buns during the last 1–2 minutes of cooking.

If you are using gluten-free hot dog buns, watch them closely. Gluten-free buns can dry out faster than regular buns, so they usually only need a short amount of time to warm.

To warm the buns, place the cooked hot dogs inside and return them to the air fryer for 1–2 minutes. Then add your favorite toppings.

Why Make Hot Dogs in the Air Fryer?

I seriously love a good hot dog, and in my case, it is usually a veggie dog. There are so many ways to cook hot dogs, but using the air fryer is quick, easy, and delicious.

You do not need to heat up the grill, turn on the stovetop, or warm up the oven. The air fryer gets the job done quickly, making this recipe perfect for busy families, quick lunches, and easy dinners.

Hot dogs are also budget-friendly and easy to customize. Use veggie dogs, vegan hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, or regular hot dogs, then add the toppings your family loves.

If you want to learn more about air fryers, be sure to visit our air fryer category page. There, you will learn how to clean your air fryer and the most common air fryer mistakes! If you are ready to buy an air fryer, you can read air fryer reviews and learn about the best air fryers on the market!

Can You Cook Frozen Hot Dogs in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can cook frozen hot dogs in the air fryer, but they will take longer than thawed hot dogs.

For frozen hot dogs, cook them at 350°F for about 7–8 minutes, then check to make sure they are heated through. If they are frozen together, cook for a few minutes first, then carefully separate them with tongs and continue cooking until warmed through.

For the best texture, thawed hot dogs are faster and easier, but frozen hot dogs can work when you need a quick meal.

How to Store Leftover Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Store leftover cooked hot dogs in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

For best results, store the hot dogs separately from the buns. This helps keep the buns from getting soggy.

How to Reheat Hot Dogs in the Air Fryer

To reheat hot dogs in the air fryer, place them in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for 2–3 minutes, or until warmed through.

If reheating with buns, add the buns only during the last minute so they warm without getting too crisp or dry.

What Is an Air Fryer?

An air fryer is a countertop appliance that cooks food by circulating hot air around it. It is similar to a small convection oven, but it cooks quickly and is easy to use.

The circulating air helps food cook evenly and gives the outside a warm, lightly crisp texture. That is why the air fryer works so well for hot dogs, veggie dogs, vegetables, frozen foods, and quick meals.

Many people love using an air fryer because it is faster than an oven and heats the kitchen less than traditional cooking methods.

Tips for Making Air Fryer Hot Dogs

• Place the hot dogs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Do not overcrowd the basket. Air needs to circulate around each hot dog.
• Score the tops of the hot dogs or cut small slits in them to help them cook evenly.
• This is especially helpful with veggie dogs, which can expand as they cook.
• You can use this air fryer hot dog technique with vegan, vegetarian, or meat hot dogs.
• Depending on the type of hot dog you use, it may release some grease. If that happens, it may cause extra smoke in the air fryer.
• Add buns during the last 1–2 minutes if you want them warm or lightly toasted.
• Watch gluten-free buns closely because they can dry out quickly.

Air Fryer Hot Dog FAQs

How long do you cook hot dogs in the air fryer?

Cook hot dogs in the air fryer at 390°F for 4–5 minutes. Larger or thicker hot dogs may need a few extra minutes.

What temperature do you cook hot dogs in the air fryer?

Cook hot dogs at 390°F. This heat quickly cooks them and gives the outside a lightly browned texture.

Can you air fry veggie dogs?

Yes, veggie dogs cook well in the air fryer. Place them in a single layer and cook at 390°F for 4–5 minutes, or until hot and lightly browned.

Can you air fry vegan hot dogs?

Yes, vegan hot dogs can be cooked in the air fryer. Cooking time may vary by brand, so start with 4–5 minutes and add more time if needed.

Can you put hot dog buns in the air fryer?

Yes, you can put hot dog buns in the air fryer. Add them during the last 1–2 minutes to warm or lightly toast them.

Are air fryer hot dogs gluten-free?

They can be gluten-free if you use gluten-free hot dogs or veggie dogs and gluten-free buns. Always check labels because ingredients vary by brand.

Do you need to preheat the air fryer for hot dogs?

You do not have to preheat the air fryer for this recipe. If your air fryer is already preheated, check the hot dogs a little early because they may cook faster.

Should you cut slits in hot dogs before air frying?

Cutting small slits or scoring the tops is optional, but it can help the hot dogs cook evenly and keep them from expanding too much.

Can you cook frozen hot dogs in the air fryer?

Yes. Frozen hot dogs take longer than thawed hot dogs. Cook them at 350°F for about 7–8 minutes, separating them carefully if they are frozen together.

How do you reheat hot dogs in the air fryer?

Reheat cooked hot dogs at 350°F for 2–3 minutes, or until warmed through.

More Air Fryer Recipes

If you love this easy air fryer hot dog recipe, try more of my air fryer favorites:

• Air Fryer Fried Rice
• Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos
• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash
• Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
• Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
• Air Fryer Pizza

Need more easy meatless ideas? Browse these air fryer vegetarian recipes for gluten-free sides, tofu recipes, snacks, and quick dinner ideas.

More Recipes to Check Out

• Frozen Apple and Carrot Cubes - Homemade Dog Treats
• Hot Corn Dip - Dairy Free and Gluten Free
• Soft and Chewy Air Fryer Cookies (Gluten Free)
• Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes - crispy and delicious
• Vegan Buffalo Sauce
  
  

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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Air Fryer Hot Dogs are quick, easy, and ready in about 5 minutes! This simple air fryer method works with veggie dogs, vegan hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, or regular hot dogs. Serve with your favorite toppings and gluten-free buns if needed.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Cook Time 4 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 50kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 4 Hot Dogs I used Veggie Dogs

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Instructions

• Place hot dogs into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook hot dogs in the air fryer at 390°F for 4–5 minutes.
• Put each hot dog into a bun, top with your favorite condiments, and enjoy!

Notes

Air Fryer Hot Dog Tips

• You can use this air fryer hot dog method with vegan, vegetarian, or regular hot dogs.
• Depending on the hot dog you use, it may release grease, which can cause extra smoke in the air fryer.
• You can cut very small slits in the top of each hot dog to help it cook evenly and prevent it from expanding too much. This is especially helpful with veggie dogs.
• You can add the buns during the last 1–2 minutes of cooking to warm or lightly toast them.
• Use gluten-free hot dogs and gluten-free buns if needed. Always check ingredient labels.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 430mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Iron: 2mg

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These common air fryer mistakes are easy to fix once you understand how the appliance works. From overcrowding the basket to skipping preheating, using the wrong oil, or forgetting to shake the food halfway through, these tips will help you get crispier, better air fryer results every time.

Whether you are brand new to air frying or you use your air fryer every week for gluten-free vegetarian recipes, this guide will help you avoid the most common air fryer mistakes and make food that tastes better.

The most common air fryer mistakes are overcrowding the basket, skipping preheating, not using enough oil, using too much oil, forgetting to shake or flip food, cooking wet batter, choosing the wrong size air fryer, and not cleaning the basket after each use. Fixing these simple mistakes helps air-fried food cook evenly and turn out crisp rather than soggy.

Why Air Fryer Mistakes Happen

An air fryer cooks by circulating hot air around your food. That hot air needs space to move, which is why the way you load the basket matters so much.

If the basket is too full, the food can steam rather than be crisp. If the food is too wet, too dry, or not coated properly, the texture can be disappointing. If crumbs or oil build up in the basket, your air fryer may smoke or hold onto old food smells.

The good news? Most air fryer problems are easy to fix.

Common Air Fryer Mistakes

Air Fryer Mistake #1: Buying the Wrong Size Air Fryer

Air fryers come in different sizes for a reason. If you usually cook for one or two people, a smaller air fryer may be enough. If you cook for a family or like to meal prep, a larger basket can save you time.

The mistake happens when you buy an air fryer that is too small for the way you actually cook. Then you have to cook everything in several batches, or you end up overfilling the basket to save time.

How to fix it:
Choose an air fryer size based on how many people you usually feed and what you like to cook. If you make a lot of air fryer vegetables, potatoes, tofu, or family-size meals, give yourself more basket space.

For 1–3 people, a smaller air fryer may work well. For a larger family, a 5-quart air fryer or larger is often more practical.

Air Fryer Mistake #2: Buying a Low-Quality Air Fryer

A low-quality air fryer can make cooking more frustrating. Some air fryers cook unevenly, run too hot, have small baskets, or are difficult to clean.

That does not mean you need the most expensive air fryer. It means you should look for one with strong reviews, a basket size that fits your needs, and parts that are easy to remove and wash.

How to fix it:
Before buying, check reviews for comments about even cooking, durability, cleaning, basket size, and whether the nonstick coating holds up well.

If you already have an air fryer that cooks unevenly, you can still improve results by shaking the basket, flipping food halfway through, and checking food a few minutes before the recipe says it should be done.

Air Fryer Mistake #3: Not Reading the Manual

This might sound boring, but every air fryer is a little different. Some models run hotter than others. Some need more space behind them for ventilation. Some baskets are dishwasher safe, while others need to be washed by hand.

Skipping the manual can lead to wrong cook times, cleaning mistakes, and safety issues.

How to fix it:
Read the quick-start guide or manual at least once. Pay close attention to:

• How much space does the air fryer need around it
• Whether the basket has a max fill line
• Whether aerosol cooking spray is allowed
• Which parts are dishwasher safe
• Whether your air fryer recommends preheating

Air Fryer Mistake #4: Skipping Preheating

Not every air fryer recipe requires preheating, but some foods turn out better when the air fryer is hot before the food goes in.

Preheating helps food start crisping right away. This is especially helpful for foods like tofu, potatoes, vegetables, frozen foods, and anything with a gluten-free breadcrumb coating.

If your air fryer food keeps turning out soft or soggy, skipping preheating may be part of the problem.

How to fix it:
Preheat your air fryer for 2–4 minutes before adding food, especially when you want a crispy texture. Follow your specific recipe and air fryer manual for the best timing.

Air Fryer Mistake #5: Not Using Enough Oil

Air fryers use much less oil than deep frying, but that does not always mean zero oil.

Some foods need a small amount of oil to brown, crisp, and keep seasonings attached. Vegetables, tofu, potatoes, and gluten-free breaded foods often cook better with a light coating of oil.

How to fix it:
Lightly coat food with oil before placing it in the air fryer. You do not need much. A small drizzle, a light brush, or a non-aerosol oil sprayer can help food crisp without making it greasy.

This works especially well for air fryer vegetables, crispy tofu, fries, potato wedges, mushrooms, and gluten-free breaded foods.

Air Fryer Mistake #6: Using Too Much Oil

Using too much oil can cause the opposite problem. Instead of crispy food, you may end up with soggy food, excess dripping, smoke, or a greasy basket.

Remember, an air fryer is not a deep fryer. The goal is a light coating, not a pool of oil.

How to fix it:
Use just enough oil to lightly coat the food. If you see oil collecting in the bottom of the basket or tray, you are probably using too much.

For vegetables and tofu, start small. Toss the food well so the oil spreads evenly.

Air Fryer Mistake #7: Using the Wrong Oil or Cooking Spray

The type of oil matters. Some oils smoke more easily at higher heat, and some aerosol cooking sprays may not be recommended for nonstick air fryer baskets.

This is one of the easiest air fryer mistakes to miss because cooking spray feels convenient. But for many air fryers, it is better to use oil with a non-aerosol sprayer or a silicone brush, or to toss the food in a bowl with oil before cooking.

How to fix it:
Use a high-smoke-point oil such as avocado oil, canola oil, or sunflower oil when cooking at higher air-fryer temperatures.

Avoid spraying aerosol cooking spray directly onto the air fryer basket unless your air fryer manual says it is safe. When in doubt, spray or brush the food instead of the basket.

Air Fryer Mistake #8: Overfilling the Air Fryer Basket

This is one of the most common air fryer mistakes.

The air fryer works by moving hot air around the food. If the basket is packed too tightly, the air cannot circulate well. That means some pieces may cook while others stay soft, pale, or soggy.

Overcrowding is especially a problem with vegetables, tofu cubes, fries, potatoes, and anything breaded.

How to fix it:
Arrange food in a single layer when possible. Leave space between pieces so the hot air can move around them.

If you need to cook more food, cook in batches. It may take a little longer, but the texture will be much better.

Air Fryer Mistake #9: Not Shaking or Flipping Food Halfway Through

Most air-fryer foods cook better when shaken, stirred, or flipped halfway through.

This helps all sides get exposed to the hot air. It also prevents food from sticking together or from browning on one side only.

How to fix it:
At the halfway point, open the basket and shake it gently. For larger pieces of food, use tongs to flip each piece.

This is especially helpful for:

• Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
• Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
• Air Fryer Potato Pancakes
• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Green Beans
• Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Cauliflower
• Air Fryer Morel Mushrooms
• Air Fryer Chickpeas
• Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Air Fryer Mistake #10: Checking Too Often

Yes, you should check your food. But opening the air fryer too often can let heat escape and slow down cooking.

This can make food cook unevenly or take longer than expected.

How to fix it:
Check once around the halfway point to shake or flip the food. Then check again near the end of the cook time.

If you are testing a new recipe or using a new air fryer, check a few minutes early to prevent burning.

Air Fryer Mistake #11: Cooking Wet Batter in the Air Fryer

Wet batter does not behave the same way in an air fryer as it does in hot oil.

In a deep fryer, wet batter hits hot oil and sets quickly. In an air fryer, liquid batter can drip through the basket and make a mess before it has a chance to cook.

This does not mean you cannot make crispy foods in the air fryer. You just need the right coating.

How to fix it:
Use a dry coating or breading instead of a loose wet batter. For gluten-free recipes, use gluten-free breadcrumbs, crushed gluten-free crackers, gluten-free panko-style crumbs, or another coating that fits the recipe.

A light dredge plus a dry outer coating usually works much better than straight liquid batter.

Air Fryer Mistake #12: Cooking Foods That Are Too Light

The air fryer fan is powerful. Very light foods can blow around inside the basket and may hit the heating element.

This can happen with loose leafy greens, small pieces of parchment paper, lightweight tortillas, or anything that is not weighed down.

How to fix it:
Make sure lightweight foods are secured or weighed down by food. Do not place loose parchment paper in the air fryer during preheating.

If you are using parchment paper, add the food on top right away so it does not fly up toward the heating element.

Air Fryer Mistake #13: Not Adjusting Time and Temperature

Air fryer recipes are helpful, but they are not perfect for every machine.

Different air fryer models can cook faster or slower. A basket-style air fryer may cook differently from an oven-style air fryer. Larger pieces of food need more time than smaller pieces.

How to fix it:
Use recipe times as a guide, not a guarantee.

The first time you make a recipe, check the food a few minutes early. Write down what worked for your air fryer so the next batch is easier.

For crispier food, you may need a little more time. For food that browns too quickly, lower the temperature slightly and cook a little longer.

Air Fryer Mistake #14: Not Cutting Food Evenly

If some pieces are large and others are tiny, they will not cook at the same rate. The small pieces may burn before the large pieces are tender.

This is especially common with potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, tofu, zucchini, and mushrooms.

How to fix it:
Cut the food into similar-sized pieces before air-frying. The more evenly the pieces are, the more evenly they will cook.

Air Fryer Mistake #15: Not Drying Food First

Moisture is the enemy of crispiness.

If vegetables, tofu, potatoes, or mushrooms are too wet when they go into the air fryer, they may steam instead of crisp.

How to fix it:
Pat the food dry before seasoning and air-frying. This is especially important for tofu, mushrooms, zucchini, potatoes, and frozen foods with extra ice crystals.

For tofu, pressing or patting it dry can make a big difference in texture.

Air Fryer Mistake #16: Adding Seasoning the Wrong Way

The air fryer fan can blow dry seasonings around if they are not attached to the food. This can leave your food bland and your air fryer messy.

How to fix it:
Toss food with a small amount of oil first, then add seasonings. The oil helps the seasoning stick and helps the food brown.

This works especially well for air fryer vegetables, potatoes, tofu, chickpeas, and mushrooms.

Air Fryer Mistake #17: Forgetting About Fire Safety

Air fryers get hot. They should be placed on a stable, heat-safe surface with enough room around the appliance for ventilation.

Do not place your air fryer directly under low cabinets while it is running. Keep it away from anything that could melt or burn.

How to fix it:
Use your air fryer on a flat, heat-safe surface. Keep it away from towels, paper, plastic, curtains, and anything flammable.

Use tongs or potholders when handling hot food, baskets, trays, or racks.

Air Fryer Mistake #18: Leaving the Air Fryer Plugged In

It is easy to finish cooking and forget about the appliance sitting on the counter. But unplugging your air fryer when you are done is a smart safety habit.

How to fix it:
Turn off the air fryer and unplug it when you are finished cooking. Let it cool completely before cleaning or storing.

You should also check the cord regularly. If the cord is damaged, stop using the appliance.

Air Fryer Mistake #19: Not Cleaning the Air Fryer After Every Use

You might think your air fryer looks clean enough to use again, but crumbs, oil, and small food pieces can build up quickly.

That buildup can cause smoke, bad smells, uneven cooking, and old food flavors transferring to your next recipe.

How to fix it:
Wash the removable air fryer parts after each use according to your manual. Warm, soapy water usually works well for the basket and tray.

Let everything dry completely before putting the air fryer back together.

Air Fryer Mistake #20: Forgetting to Deep Clean Around the Basket and Heating Area

Even if you wash the basket, grease and crumbs can collect in other areas of the air fryer.

If your air fryer smells smoky, looks greasy, or has baked-on residue, it may need a deeper clean.

How to fix it:
After the air fryer is unplugged and completely cool, check for crumbs, grease, and food splatter. Clean according to your manual and avoid getting electrical parts wet.

A clean air fryer cooks better and smells better.

Quick Air Fryer Troubleshooting Chart

What is the Best Air Fryer?

Read my review of the Cosori air fryer here. I’m really happy with it.

Best Gluten-Free Vegetarian Foods to Make in the Air Fryer

Once you avoid these common air fryer mistakes, the air fryer becomes one of the easiest tools for gluten-free vegetarian cooking.

Some of the best foods to make in the air fryer include:

• Tofu
• Potatoes
• Sweet potatoes
• Brussels sprouts
• Green beans
• Asparagus
• Zucchini
• Mushrooms
• Cauliflower
• Chickpeas
• Gluten-free breaded vegetables
• Frozen fries
• Pumpkin seeds

More easy air fryer recipes:

Air frying gets easier the more you use it. Once you learn how your air fryer cooks, you can adjust time, temperature, oil, and batch size for better results.

Need more easy meatless ideas? Browse these air fryer vegetarian recipes for gluten-free sides, tofu recipes, snacks, and quick dinner ideas.

• Air Fryer Zucchini Coins
• Fried Green Tomatoes in the air fryer
• Air Fryer Mexican Corn on the Cob
• Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
• Baked Sweet Potato in the Air Fryer

❓Common Air Fryer Mistakes FAQ

Why is my air fryer food soggy?

Air fryer food usually turns out soggy when the basket is too crowded, the food is too wet, or the air fryer was not preheated. Cook in smaller batches, pat food dry, and leave room for hot air to circulate.

Why isn’t my air fryer food crispy?

Your air fryer food may not be crispy if you skipped the oil, used too much oil, overcrowded the basket, or did not cook the food long enough. A light coating of oil, enough space in the basket, and shaking halfway through can help.

Do you have to preheat an air fryer?

Not every recipe requires preheating, but preheating can help foods like tofu, potatoes, vegetables, and gluten-free breaded foods crisp faster and cook more evenly.

Can you use cooking spray in an air fryer?

Check your air fryer manual first. Some air fryer manufacturers do not recommend aerosol cooking spray on nonstick baskets. A non-aerosol oil sprayer, silicone brush, or tossing food with oil in a bowl is often a better option.

What should you not cook in an air fryer?

Avoid loose, wet batter, overly light foods, and anything that could blow into the heating element. Breaded foods work better than liquid-battered foods in the air fryer.

How do I make air fryer vegetables crispy?

Pat vegetables dry, cut them into similar-sized pieces, lightly coat them with oil, season well, and cook in a single layer. Shake the basket halfway through cooking.

Should you clean an air fryer after every use?

Yes, it is best to clean the air fryer basket and tray after every use. This helps prevent smoke, old food smells, burnt crumbs, and flavor transfer.

Should you unplug an air fryer when not in use?

Yes, unplug your air fryer when you are finished cooking. Let it cool completely before cleaning or storing it.

Can I put parchment paper in the air fryer?

You can use air fryer-safe parchment paper when it is weighed down by food. Do not place loose parchment paper in the air fryer while preheating because it can blow into the heating element.

Why does my air fryer smoke?

An air fryer may smoke if there are crumbs, grease, too much oil, or food residue in the basket or near the heating area. Clean the air fryer after use and avoid using excess oil.

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While you are here, we’d love for you to check out some of our favorite non-air fryer recipes! We have some delicious sauces that you can dip your favorite foods into, as well as sweet treats and drinks!

Be sure to check out these recipes!

• Dirty Chai
• Avocado dressing
• Mediterranean Sauce
• Vegetarian Charcuterie
• BBQ Ranch
• Vegan Rice Krispie Treats
• Vegan Honey Mustard
• Vegan Croutons

Have you made any of these Common Air Fryer mistakes? I hope you’ve found some helpful air fryer tips here, and I’d love to hear your own tips! Leave a comment telling me your favorite way to use your air fryer, or your best tip for using it.

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AIR FRYER PUMPKIN SEEDS RECIPE

Do you love roasted pumpkin seeds? Yeah, me too! Air Fryer Pumpkin seeds are THE best! For us, October is the one time of the year that we enjoy this snack. Though I wish that I could enjoy it all year long.

We still have fun picking pumpkins with the kids. We have however, started to get even busier and the kids have less interest in carving them for Halloween.

The past two years we have been so very busy with soccer. I recently saw a meme on Facebook that hit close to home! It made me laugh hysterically! But the Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds motivate me to get those pumpkins carved.

If you are a busy sports family, I am sure you can relate! So this weekend, we finally had a weekend off. No games, no tournaments. So we harvested all the pumpkin seeds from our pumpkins! Yay for making Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds!

We decided that we’d give them a try in our most favorite piece of kitchen equipment! This was the BEST decision ever. The Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds turned out crisp and perfect! I am so excited for you to try this!

PUMPKIN SEEDS 101

So what do you think is in that tiny pumpkin seed? It is actually packed with nutrients! You can benefit from healthy fats, magnesium, and zinc when you snack on Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds.

If you remove the outer white-ish shell from the pumpkin seed, you will find the inside seed. That seed is often green, flat and oval!

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER PUMPKIN SEEDS

Pumpkin seeds - Of Course! Pull them out of your jack-o-lantern and wash and dry them.

Butter - You can use oil or another dairy free butter alternative if you prefer.

Garlic salt - this adds a lot of wonderful flavor!

If you have any questions about the Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds ingredients, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRIED PUMPKIN SEEDS

1. Get the seeds! Harvest seeds from a pumpkin. Wash seeds.
   
   
2. Boil the seeds. Put a large pot of water on the stove to boil. When the water starts to boil, boil the pumpkin seeds for 5 minutes. Drain.
   
3. Prepare seeds. Put pumpkin seeds into bowl. Toss with butter and garlic salt.
   
4. Air Fry Them. Put seeds into air fryer basket. Air Fry for 15 minutes at 360 degrees F. Shake half way through.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds recipe below.

WHAT CAN YOU ACTUALLY COOK IN AN AIR FRYER?

The options of what you can cook in this amazing appliance are truly endless! You know I’m crazy over this recipe, but we’ve also cooked tofu, potatoes, french fries, Brussel sprouts and more! Anything that your taste buds want to try straight out of this gadget, give it a go!

While we don’t eat meat in our family, that doesn’t mean that you can’t cook up some fried chicken, chicken tenders, or anything else beer battered or deep fried to that perfect golden brown that you love and that you want with ease in the air fryer basket.

The great part about cooking with an air fryer? The cook time is a breeze. Like literally no time…at all.

I have been experimenting with all types of food and some beautiful green tomatoes caught my eye at our local market. I just had to try them in the power air fryer!

If you like voice control via an Alexa device, my husband loves the COSORI Smart 12-in-1 Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo. A bonus is that we can use it for air frying, baking, and many other cooking needs.

OTHER PUMPKIN RECIPES TO TRY

Keto Pumpkin Bars are wonderful as a dessert, snack, or even a quick breakfast, oh, and they're healthy too!

For a sweet twist, try making Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds.

HOW EASY IS IT TO USE THE AIR FRYER?

When I say it’s super simple, it’s simple. You literally set the temp, figure out the time, and wait for that food to be done.

Is there any other appliance out there that is as simple as that? And clean-up? A total breeze.

If appliances were made to help you out in the kitchen and save you time, this Power Air Fryer XL does just that. You’ll be working in the kitchen so much less with the use of this appliance!

AIR FRYER SUCCESS EACH AND EVERY TIME

I’ve owned my air fryer now for a while, and I have to be honest…I’ve yet to find a recipe that I don’t love. And did I mention how simple it is?

To say I’m a creature of habit is an understatement. I love being able to cook a meal and know with confidence that it’s going to taste amazing each and every time.

With the COSORI Smart 12-in-1 Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo, I absolutely have no doubts. I know that from the moment I press start to the moment that I remove the food from the machine, it will be cooked to perfection each and every time.

HOW DO I CLEAN MY AIR FRYER?

That is a great question, and it will vary by model. Our COSORI Air Fryer features a removable inner basket. We rinse out any particles and place the basket in the dishwasher for easy cleanup.

The inside of the air fryer really shouldn’t get dirty. If it does, let it COOL completely. Then take a damp rag and wipe out the inside. Cleaning your oil less fryer is easy! I promise they are easy to clean!

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES TO TRY

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are one of the first recipes I mastered in my air fryer, and one of my most popular posts! If you aren't making potatoes in your air fryer, you're missing out.

Air Fryer Risotto Balls make a delicious and impressive appetizer or starter for a meal.

Still don’t have an air fryer of your own? Be sure to check out our air fryer reviews of several of the top models.

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Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds are a delicious snack that you will love! This air fryer recipe lets you enjoy crispy roasted pumpkin seeds in 15 minutes!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer pumpkin seeds, air fryer recipes

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 25kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

• 2 c fresh pumpkin seeds harvested directly from pumpkin and cleaned
• 1.5 T butter dairy or dairy free
• ½ t garlic salt

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Instructions

• Harvest seeds from pumpkin. Wash seeds.
• Put a large pot of water on the stove to boil. When water starts to boil, boil the pumpkin seeds for 5 minutes. Drain.
• Put pumpkin seeds into bowl. Toss with butter and garlic salt.
• Put seeds into air fryer basket. Air Fry for 15 minutes at 360 degrees F. Shake half way through.
• ENJOY!

Notes

If you like a crunchy pumpkin seed, you can add 2 minutes to your time until you reach your desired crunchiness!

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcal | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 219mg | Vitamin A: 90IU

When we started posting air fryer recipes years ago, people were so excited! It’s hard to believe so much time has passed. I think we probably were using the air fryer before it even became the “cool” new kitchen gadget that everybody loves! When it comes down to it, we have lots of air fryer recipes that we love, but a few stick out when I think about favorites! 

Making Jalapeno Poppers is a huge treat when using your air fryer! You are going to love this recipe, and you can even make them ahead of time (prep them), freeze them, and then thaw/cook when ready to eat! If you are looking for some delicious air fryer side dish recipes, check out  Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts, Sweet Potato In Air Fryer, Air Fryer Corn on the Cob, and Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes.

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Air Fryer Pizza is a quick and easy air fryer recipe. Who would have thought that pizza cooked in an air fryer would be so delicious?

AIR FRYER PIZZA RECIPE

We have definitely established that I love my air fryer! I have made all kinds of air fryer recipes to date. Thinking back, you might remember my air fryer brussel sprouts, my air fryer chex mix, my air fryer donuts and my air fryer tofu noodle bowls! It hasn’t taken me long to fall in love with my air fryer!

You might be wondering, “Why should I cook my pizza in an air fryer?”  I get it, good question. My response, “why not?!” In all seriousness, it takes WAY less time, especially if you are cooking frozen pizza or are using an already-made dough as your pizza base.

For this pizza, I am using a pita. You can use a pita, naan or already cooked dough. Mine happens to come frozen, so I heat it in the air fryer for a couple of minutes before I decorate the pizza with toppings!

One of our amazing group members asked about making naan pizza. Happened that exactly that day I had tested this recipe! Talk about perfect timing! 

I love pizzas because you can put whatever toppings on it you like! This time around, I kept our pizza pretty simple!

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER PIZZA

Pita - The gluten free pitas I buy come frozen and thaw out really quickly.

Pizza sauce - use your favorite!

Cheese- Mozzarella cheese is classic. Feel free to change it up with a little bit of provolone or parmesan added.

Olives - Olives are just yummy on pizza! I like sliced black and green olives.

Basil - A beautiful garnish and a fresh flavor.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER PIZZA

1. If your pizza dough or pita is frozen, warm the dough for 2-3 minutes at 350 degrees F.
2. Top the pita with pizza sauce.
3. Add cheese to the pizza.
4. Add olives (or other toppings) to your pizza.
5. Put the pizza into the air fryer basket (carefully!) Air Fry as directed until cheese is melted.
6. Top with basil and ENJOY!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

AIR FRYER PIZZA TIPS

• Air Fryer baskets range in size, make sure your dough fits before you load it up with toppings.
• You can prepare/top your pizza inside of the air fryer basket. That helps eliminate spills, etc when transferring your completely topped pizza to the basket.
• You can add whatever toppings you like to your pizza. If you are adding onions or bell peppers you might want to saute them first so they are already pre-softened.
• If you are putting fresh basil on your pizza, wait until your pizza has completely cooked and then add your basil. Otherwise, the fresh basil, will burn if you place it on the pizza before cooking the pizza.
• Let the pizza stand 1-2 after cooking so the cheese can set. This makes it easier to cut!
• Use a spatula or tongs to get your pizza out of the air fryer basket. Remember that the air fryer basket is VERY hot, so be careful!
• Pro Tip: You can assemble the pizzas ahead of time, freeze the pizzas and thaw to cook when you are ready!
• What air fryer should I use to this pizza? For this recipe I used the smaller sized Cosori Air Fryer.
• Don't have an air fryer? Check out this pizza recipe: Gluten-Free Pita Pizza

DO I NEED A SPECIAL PIZZA PAN FOR AIR FRYER PIZZA?

Nope, you can set the pizza dough, pita, naan or whatever you are using directly onto the air fryer basket. There are small some pans available that you can use, but they are not necessary for delicious pizzas made in the air fryer!

DO I NEED TO COVER THE PIZZA WITH ANYTHING?

It is not necessary unless you place very light ingredients on the pizza that might fly off.

WILL MY PIZZA DOUGH STICK TO THE AIR FRYER BASKET?

Most air fryers have non-stick baskets, but you are welcome to brush some olive oil on the bottom of your dough before placing it into the basket.

CAN I MAKE AIR FRYER PIZZA WITH FRESH DOUGH?

If you are using fresh dough, I would suggest that you cook it first in the air fryer without any toppings. Once the dough is cooked almost all the way, you can top your pizza to finish it off.

CAN YOU REALLY COOK PIZZA IN AN AIR FRYER?

 Yes, I think you can literally air fry almost anything!

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Air Fryer Pizza is a quick and easy air fryer recipe. Who would have thought that pizza in an air fryer would be so delicious?

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer pizza

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 minutes minutes

Total Time 6 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Calories 190kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 pita or naan bread *If you are gf, make sure its gluten free
• 3 T pizza sauce
• ½ c mozzerella cheese shredded
• 2 T olives halved

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Instructions

• If your pizza dough or pita is frozen, warm the dough for 2-3 minutes at 350 degrees F.
  
• Top the pita with pizza sauce.
  
• Add cheese to your air fryer pizza.Add olives (or other toppings) to your air fryer pizza.
  
• Put the pizza into the air fryer basket (carefully!)
  
• Bake at 350 degrees F for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
• Let stand for 1-2 minutes. Top with basil and ENJOY!
  

Video

https://youtu.be/vpcFenN_Kbo

Notes

Air Fryer Pizza Tips

• Air Fryer baskets range in size, make sure your dough fits before you load it up with toppings.
• You can prepare/top your air fryer pizza inside of the air fryer basket. That helps eliminate spills, etc when transferring your completely topped air fryer pizza to the basket.
• You can add whatever toppings you like to your air fryer pizza. If you are adding onions or bell peppers you might want to saute them first so they are already pre-softened.
• If you are putting fresh basil on your pizza, wait until your air fryer pizza has completely cooked and then add your basil. Otherwise, the fresh basil, will burn if you place it on your air fryer pizza before cooking the pizza.
• Let your air fryer pizza stand 1-2 after cooking so the cheese can set. This makes it easier to cut!
• Use a spatula or tongs to get your air fryer pizza out of the air fryer basket.  Remember that the air fryer basket is VERY hot, so be careful!
• Pro Tip: You can assemble the pizzas ahead of time, freeze the air fryer pizzas and thaw to cook in your air fryer when you are ready!
• What air fryer should I use to make air fryer pizza? For this recipe I used the smaller sized Cosori Air Fryer.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 711mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 573IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 1mg

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Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe

We have a lot of tried and true air fryer recipes such as air fryer hamburgers, air fryer sweet potatoes, air fryer grilled cheese, Air Fryer Eggplant Parm ,Air Fryer Broccoli, and Air Fryer Baked Potatoes. Now we are adding air fryer asparagus to our growing collection of air fryer recipes.

Asparagus in the air fryer is a healthy and super delicious side dish that will compliment most any other recipe! Literally in 5-8 minutes, you will have delicious asparagus! If you are following the keto diet you are in luck.

This is also a keto asparagus recipe! This asparagus is light and tender, and it is never soggy. It is very easy to overcook asparagus, but with air fryer asparagus, you know what results you will get each and every time. If you are living the keto lifestyle, you have got to check out these great ideas for keto snacks.

If you have been following me for a while you know that I am a HUGE fan of air fryers. You can literally make anything in them! I have a Cosori (the big and small size), a Cosori Air Fryer Oven and also a Power Fryer XL. If you are new to the page, welcome! PS - I love air fryers!

Making asparagus this way is super easy! I bet you even have a few ingredients already! If you are looking to prepare asparagus without an air fryer, there are easy directions here for how to cook asparagus without oil.

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS

Asparagus - Choose medium-thick stalks (add more time for thicker ones).

Oil (spray oil): A little oil keeps the asparagus from sticking to the air fryer and allows the seasoning to stick to it.

Salt and pepper - Asparagus rarely needs more than this for seasoning.

Lemon Juice - Optional, but gives a nice bright flavor.

Okay, I guess you probably do not have asparagus, but I bet you have the salt and pepper. Oh, yes, and of course, you have the oil already in your pantry!

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS

1. Wash the asparagus to remove any dirt and debris.
2. Trim the ends of the asparagus off. 
3. Put the cut asparagus into the air fryer basket. Spray asparagus with a spritz of oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook your asparagus in the air fryer..
4. Drizzle cooked asparagus with lemon and ENJOY!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. Please see the recipe below for the complete ingredient list and instructions.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS

Air Fryer Hamburgers go perfectly with a fresh veggie side.

Crispy Tofu is a super simple vegetarian main dish that goes well with veggie side dishes.

Gluten Free Mac and Cheese. I love pairing a really cheesy, carb-y dish with a healthy vegetable.

On our sister site we share all types of air fryer recipes, including meat and seafood ones! Air Fryer Scallops would be delicious with asparagus.

TIPS FOR MAKING ASPARAGUS IN THE AIR FRYER

• Thinner asparagus stalks will cook for about 5 minutes.
• Thicker asparagus stalks will cook closer to 7-8 minutes.
• I suggest starting with the shorter time and then checking the asparagus. If they are done to your liking, take them out of the air fryer. If they are not done, cook 1-2 minutes longer and check again. 

IS ASPARAGUS KETO-FRIENDLY?

Yes, asparagus is keto-friendly. Who knows, maybe you even found this recipe because you googled keto asparagus recipes. I have been learning more about Keto and paleo lifestyles recently, and I might be making some changes to my current eating.

You should try these recipes for Air Fryer Zucchini Fries and Air Fryer Zucchini Boats too!

IS ASPARAGUS PALEO FRIENDLY?

Yes, this low carb vegetable is considered Paleo friendly and asparagus is also whole 30 friendly too.

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Air Fryer Asparagus

Air Fryer Asparagus is a low carb and keto friendly option for your family. This easy to make air fryer recipe will be a colorful side dish addition to your next meal.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer asparagus

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Cook Time 6 minutes minutes

Total Time 8 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 23kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 lb asparagus
• oil
• salt and pepper to season

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Instructions

• Wash the asparagus to remove any dirt and debris. Trim the ends of the asparagus off. 
• Put the cut asparagus into the air fryer basket. Spray asparagus with a spritz of oil. Season with salt and pepper.
• Cook your asparagus in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes at 400 degrees F.
• Drizzle cooked air fryer asparagus with lemon and ENJOY!

Video

https://youtu.be/Ggbkp4zbkrE

Notes

Air Fryer Asparagus Tips

• Thinner asparagus stalks will cook about 5 minutes.
• Thicker asparagus stalks will cook closer to 7-8 minutes.
• I suggest starting with the shorter time, then checking the asparagus. If they are done to your liking take them out of the air fryer. If they are not done, cook 1-2 minutes longer and check again. 

Air Fryer Asparagus Questions

Is Asparagus Keto Friendly?

Yes, air fryer asparagus is keto friendly. Who knows maybe you even ended up on this recipe because you googled keto asparagus recipes. I have been learning more about Keto and Paleo lifestyles recently. I might be making some changes to my current eating.

Is Asparagus Paleo Friendly?

Yes, this low carb vegetable is considered Paleo friendly and asparagus is also whole 30 friendly too.

Nutrition

Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 857IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Air Fryer Resources—We have you covered if you are looking for air fryer resources. We have a variety of posts that teach you everything you want to know about your air fryer.

If you are looking for vegetarian recipes beyond air-fried ones, we have a Vegetarian Newsletter and a Vegetarian Recipes Facebook group. This newsletter and group offer stove, oven, grill, instant pot recipes, and more!

Other Resources:

• Air Fryer Calculator (convert oven recipes to air fryer)
• Common Air Fryer Mistakes
• Air Fryer Cooking Times Cheat Sheet
• Can You Put Foil in the Air Fryer
• What not to make in an Air Fryer
• Tips for Your Air Fryer
• Cosori Air Fryer Reviews

More Air Fryer Goodies:

• Air Fryer Recipes - Facebook Group (large + fast paced - meat/veg)
• Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes - Facebook Group

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AIR FRYER GREEN BEANS RECIPE

Green beans are one of those vegetables that everyone tends to love. They taste great, they’re easy to eat, and honestly, they can be quite fun as well.

Who doesn’t love to pick up a green bean with their bare hands and eat a few? And there are literally so many different ways to eat green beans as well!

You can eat fried green beans, air fried green beans or even just steam ‘em up for a good and tasty side dish option. No matter what, green beans are truly delicious!

Fun some fun trivia...did you know that there are currently over 130 varying green bean varieties with the largest producer being China? In fact, the US doesn’t even make it on the top 10 list of producers of green beans according to the 2012 information!

Green Beans have been known to provide many great health benefits as well. Due to being packed full of nutrients and fiber, many people eat green beans as part of their healthy diet plan each and every day.

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER GREEN BEANS

Green Beans - Fresh green beans, with the ends removed.

Oil - Oil makes these beans brown up nicely.

Any seasonings that you like, salt and pepper is perfect.

“If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER GREEN BEANS

1. Wash green beans and cut off ends if necessary.
2. Toss beans with oil.
3. Put beans into air fryer. Cook as directed until beans are tender and starting to brown.
4. ENJOY!

WHAT CAN YOU ACTUALLY COOK IN AN AIR FRYER?

The options of what you can cook in this amazing appliance are truly endless! You know I’m crazy over this fried green beans recipe, but we’ve also cooked tofu, potatoes, french fries, Brussel sprouts and more!

Anything that your taste buds want to try straight out of the air fryer, give it a go!

While we don’t eat meat in our family, that doesn’t mean that you can’t cook up some fried chicken, chicken tenders, or anything else beer battered or deep fried to that perfect golden brown that you love and that you want with ease in the air fryer basket.

The great part about cooking with an air fryer? The cook time is a breeze. Like literally no time...at all.

I have been experimenting with all types of food and some beautiful green tomatoes caught my eye at our local market. I just had to try them in the power air fryer! For us, we love to use our Power AirFryer XL or any of the Cosori Air Fryer Models.

AIR FRYER SUCCESS EACH AND EVERY TIME

I’ve owned my air fryer now for a while, and I have to be honest…I’ve yet to find a recipe that I don’t love. And did I mention how simple it is?

To say I’m a creature of habit is an understatement. I love being able to cook a meal and know with confidence that it’s going to taste amazing each and every time.

With the Air Fryer, I absolutely have no doubts. I know that from the moment I press start, to the moment that I remove the food from the machine, it will be cooked to perfection each and every time.

CAN I USE FROZEN GREEN BEANS IN MY AIR FRYER?

Yes, you can! I know this because the first time I tried it, my green beans were frozen but in my fridge! Agh! The cooling drawer malfunctioned and got a little too cool!

But instead of throwing in the towel, I decided to try it. It worked. If your beans are frozen and have some frozen moisture on them, they might feel a little more soggy when fully prepared. But they still taste amazing!

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are my most popular air fryer recipe, and for good reason! making baked potatoes in the air fryer is so easy.

Risotto Balls in the air fryer are a fancy appetizer that you can easily make at home.

Try these Air Fryer Pickles which will remind you of the deep fried pickles you get at the fair, but way healthier.

Air Fryer Hush Puppies are a delicious corn bread side dish, in the air fryer rather than deep fried.

If you are looking for an entire meal, add juicy gluten-free Beyond Meat meatloaf

If you are new to air frying and you have some oven recipes that you would like to convert to air fryer recipes, we can help! Our sister site Air Fryer Eats, just launched an Air Fryer Calculator.

To use the air fryer convertor, simply enter your oven temp and time into the calculator and it will give you an estimated time and temp (in F or C) to start with when you use your air fryer! 

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Air Fryer Green Beans

Air Fryer Green Beans will be the perfect addition to your grow collection of delicious air fryer recipes!  If you love green beans, this is a quick and tasty way to make them!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer green beans, air fryer recipes

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 22kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

• 2 c green beans
• ½ t oil

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Instructions

• Wash green beans and cut off ends if necessary. Toss beans with oil.
• Put beans into air fryer. Cook at 390 Degrees F for 10 minutes.
• ENJOY!

Notes

I like my beans to have a little bit of a crunch still, if you would like your beans "more" well done, cook 2-3 minutes longer. 

Can I use FROZEN green beans in my air fryer?

Yes, you can! I know this because the first time I tried it, my green beans were frozen but in my fridge! Agh! The cooling drawer malfunctioned and got a little too cool!

But instead of throwing in the towel, I decided to try it. It worked.  If your beans are frozen and have some frozen moisture on them, they might feel a little more soggy when fully prepared. But they still taste amazing!

Nutrition

Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 6.7mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Thanks for stopping by to check out this air fryer recipe! While you are here, we’d love for you to check out some of our favorite non-air fryer recipes! We have some delicious sauces that you can dip your favorite foods into as well a sweet treats and drinks!
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Air Fryer Kale Chips are a super quick and healthy snack that can be made in under 10 minutes. These kale chips will become your new favorite air fryer recipe.

AIR FRYER KALE CHIPS RECIPE

I’ve made kale chips before but never in the air fryer. These air fryer kale chips were something new for me. I am so glad I took a chance on them! If you aren’t sure if you’d like them, I urge you to give these kale chips a try! They are pretty addicting!

We have made some delicious recipes in our air fryer. I am talking about things like air fryer seasoned pretzels,  air fryer mozzarella sticks and air fryer asparagus.

In the past when I have used my oven, I needed to make sure that my kale was in a single layer. When you make kale chips in the air fryer, you don’t have to worry about that. You can dump the kale into the air fryer basket and let it cook! 

You might be saying, WAIT, what exactly is an air fryer?

WHAT IS AN AIR FRYER?

It is a countertop appliance that will soon win your heart over! It is basically a smaller (the inside of it) type of convection oven that moves very hot air around. 

The circulating air cooks your food quickly and evenly. I am guessing that you have probably seen an air fryer infomercial or two! While smaller inside than a convection oven, the outside is often typically the size of a toaster oven or slightly smaller. Many people buy air fryers to use when camping in their RV or even for cooking “stinky” foods (think air fryer broccoli) outside.

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER KALE CHIPS

Kale- Washed and torn or cut into chip sized pieces.

Oil - Olive oil works perfectly for these chips. Any mild flavored oil will do.

Salt- I like using a nice sea salt on these.

Pepper- Use as much or as little as you like. I like a lot!

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE THESE AIR FRYER KALE CHIPS

1. Wash and dry your kale. If you are using unbagged kale, be sure to remove the stem and tear into pieces.
2. Add oil to the kale chips. Take a minute to gently massage the kale and the oil.
3. Season your kale chips with some sea salt.
4. Add some pepper to your kale chips.
5. Mix well.
6. Put the air fryer basket into the air fryer unit and cook the kale chips.
7. Let cool and enjoy!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

HOW LONG TO COOK AIR FRYER KALE CHIPS

These kale chips cook for only a few minutes. They are literally done in less than 10 minutes, start to finish. The kale chips only spend about 5-6 minutes in the air fryer.

KALE CHIP TIPS

• You can use stemmed kale or pre-cut bagged kale. Either of those options work to make these kale chips. If you use the stemmed kale, remove the largest part of the stems.
• You can vary the taste by changing up the spices! I have even added nutritional yeast and it was delicious.
• Eat your chips immediately. These kale chips do not save like the ones you buy at the store.
• If you wash your kale, be sure to dry the kale all the way before putting it into the air fryer.
• If you have a Phillips Air Fryer or one that tends to have items “fly” in the air fryer. Be sure to put a trivet over top of the kale. You don’t want the kale to get stuck in the heating part and start to smoke.

HOW DO YOU SEASON KALE CHIPS?

You can keep this recipe simple and just season with a little salt and pepper. But here are a few more seasonings you can sprinkle on: 

• Garlic powder
• onion powder
• dill
• cumin
• chili powder
• curry powder

Or try combining some to create a whole new fun flavor!

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES TO TRY

If you're looking for the simplest way to cook eggs, look no further than this Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs (No Water Needed!) recip.

For a comfort food dinner on the table in no time, try Air Fryer Meatloaf.

(Vegan, Vegetarian or Meat) Air Fryer Hot Dogs  is a versatile recipe that everyone will love.

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Air Fryer Kale Chips

Air Fryer Kale Chips are a super quick and healthy snack that can be made in under 10 minutes. These air fryer kale chips will become your new favorite air fryer recipe.

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer kale chips, kale chips

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 8 minutes minutes

Servings 2 people

Calories 111kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 3 cups Fresh Kale destemmed and cut into pieces
• 1 T oil
• salt and pepper to season

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Instructions

• Wash and dry your kale. If you are using unbagged kale, be sure to remove the stem and tear into pieces.
• Add oil to the air fryer kale chips. Take a minute to gently massage the kale and the oil.
• Season your air fryer kale chips with some seas salt. Add some pepper to your kale chips. Mix well.
• Put the air fryer basket into the air fryer unit and cook those air fryer kale chips. I air fry 4 to 5 minutes at 375°F (190°C) Let cool and enjoy! (*note: be sure to check on the chips in the last 2 minutes to check for doneness)

Video

https://youtu.be/x-1-QKtLQok

Notes

Air Fryer Kale Chip Tips

• You can use stemmed kale or pre-cut bagged kale. Either of those options work to make great air fryer kale chips. If you use the stemmed kale, remove the largest part of the stems.
• You can vary the taste of your air fryer kale chips by changing up the spices! I have even added nutritional yeast and it was delicious.
• Eat your air fryer kale chips immediately. These kale chips do not save like the ones you buy at the store.
• If you wash your kale, be sure to dry the kale all the way before putting it into the air fryer.
• If you have a Phillips Air Fryer or one that tends to have items “fly” in the air fryer. Be sure to put a trivet over top of the kale. You don’t want the kale to get stuck in the heating part and start to smoke.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 493mg | Vitamin A: 10040IU | Vitamin C: 121mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 1mg

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AIR FRYER BROCCOLI RECIPE

We all know that I absolutely love my air fryer and all the delicious air fryer recipes that we have been creating. If you want to learn more about air fryers be sure to visit our air fryer category page, there you will learn how to clean your air fryer and the most common air fryer mistakes!

If you are ready to buy an air fryer, you can read air fryer reviewsand learn about the best air fryers on the market!

Broccoli is a huge comfort food for me. I love pairing it with Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese! The ultimate comfort combo!

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER BROCCOLI

Broccoli - Fresh broccoli, cut into florets.

Oil - any mild flavored oil will work, olive, vegetable, avocado.

Salt and Pepper - to season the broccoli perfectly.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER BROCCOLI

1. To make your air fryer broccoli, gently toss the cut broccoli florets with the oil.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Place broccoli into air fryer basket.
4. Turn the air fryer to 300 degrees F for 10 minutes. Shake air fryer basket after 5 minutes.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

WHAT CAN YOU ACTUALLY COOK IN AN AIR FRYER?

Besides Air Fryer Broccoli, the options of what you can cook in this amazing appliance are truly endless! You know I’m crazy over this fried green beans recipe, but we’ve also cooked tofu, potatoes, french fries, Brussel sprouts and more!

Anything that your taste buds want to try straight out of the air fryer, give it a go!

While we don’t eat meat in our family, that doesn’t mean that you can’t cook up some fried chicken, chicken tenders, or anything else beer battered or deep fried to that perfect golden brown that you love and that you want with ease in the air fryer basket.

The great part about cooking with an air fryer? The cook time is a breeze. Like literally no time…at all.

For us, we love to use our Power AirFryer XL  We like the digital controls on this fryer. Be sure, of course, to check price points to make sure you are getting a fair deal. The prices can vary!

HOW EASY IS IT TO USE THE AIR FRYER?

When I say it’s super simple, it’s simple. You literally set the temp, figure out the time, and wait for that food to be done. No waiting to preheat your oven, you can use this to easily fry foods. You are going to love this cooking method!

Is there any other appliance out there that is as simple as that? And clean-up? A total breeze.

If appliances were made to help you out in the kitchen and save you time, this power air fryer xl does just that. You’ll be working in the kitchen so much less with the use of this appliance!

AIR FRYER SUCCESS EACH AND EVERY TIME

I’ve owned my air fryer now for a while, and I have to be honest…I’ve yet to find a recipe that I don’t love. And did I mention how simple it is?

To say I’m a creature of habit is an understatement. I love being able to cook a meal and know with confidence that it’s going to taste amazing each and every time.

With the Air Fryer, I absolutely have no doubts. I know that from the moment I press start, to the moment that I remove the food from the machine, it will be cooked to perfection each and every time.

WHY AIR FRYER BROCCOLI?

That’s a great question, we eat a lot of broccoli in our house. Sometimes we get a little tired of your basic boiled broccoli, so I wanted to “mix” it up.

Broccoli or mini trees as they are often called in our house are loved by each family member. The kids love broccoli raw or cooked. I know, I know, I am a lucky mom!

One cool fact about broccoli is that it has a great amount of vitamin C in it as well as iron. When you pair those two together, its a great match.

You see the vitamin C helps the body to absorb iron, so this is a WIN! Especially, if you have somebody in your family with low iron! So with our love for broccoli, I thought why not try some broccoli in an air fryer! Right?!

Call me crazy but this air fried broccoli recipe is addicting. I literally ate the entire test batch in one sitting. 🙂

There are many recipes for how to roast broccoli in an air fryer. The recipes come in a wide range of cooking temperatures and times. For this oil less fryer recipe, we choose to cook the broccoli on a lower temperature and for a longer time period than most recipes.

This gave us the perfect combination of tender and crispy broccoli!

CAN I USE FROZEN BROCCOLI IN THE AIR FRYER?

Yes, you can use frozen broccoli. Some people prefer using frozen broccoli, especially if you like a more tender broccoli verses a crisper broccoli.

Frozen broccoli gives you a much different texture than fresh broccoli. It's all about what you want! Test each and pick your favorite!

I DON'T HAVE AN AIR FRYER, BUT I WANT ONE

That’s okay, we know you are dying to make some air fryer broccoli! You can check out all the air fryers we recommend on our air fryer review post

I DON'T HAVE THE SAME AIR FRYER AS YOU

That’s okay! Each air fryer seems to run a touch differently. If you don’t have a power airfryer xl, you might need to adjust your cooking times a bit. Just watch carefully in the last 2-3 minutes.

CAN I AIR FRY BROCCOLINI?

Yes you can! For this vegan broccoli recipe, you can use broccoli OR broccolini.

CAN I AIR FRYER OTHER VEGETABLES?

Yes, air fryer vegetables are pretty popular and easy to make! I have also made corn, zucchini, carrots, green beans and brussel sprouts!

DO YOU USE OIL TO AIR FRY BROCCOLI?

Yes, we do use oil in this recipe though this is an oil less fryer. I prefer to add a little oil into this recipe to help the broccoli crisp up!

MY FAVORITE AIR FRYER RECIPES

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are one of my most popular recipes, and for good reason. Air fryer baked potatoes are just better!

Risotto Balls in the air fryer are a fancier recipe that uses leftover rice to make a delicious appetizer.

Air Fryer Pickles are fried pickles, just like at the fair, but with way less oil and mess.

Still don’t have an air fryer of your own? Be sure to check out our air fryer reviews from several of the top models out there.

(And while I’m crazy over my Air Fryer, I’m also just as crazy about my Instant Pot as well. I love gadgets, what can I say? If you are looking for a few instant recipes or easy instant pot recipes, you can check out our instant pot stuffed peppers, instant pot taco soup, instant pot cheesy potato leek soup, instant pot black beans and instant pot leek soup.)

EASY BROCCOLI RECIPES

Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is a family favorite comfort food dish.

Broccoli and Cheese Risotto makes an amazing side dish for any meal.

Cranberry Broccoli Salad is delicious any time of the year.

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Air Fryer Broccoli

Air Fryer Broccoli is a delicious and easy to make air fryer recipe. You will fall in love all over again with this air fried broccoli!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer broccoli

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 2 people

Calories 25kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

• 3 c broccoli florets
• 1 t oil
• salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

• To make your air fryer broccoli, gently toss the cut broccoli florets with the oil. Season with salt and pepper.
• Place broccoli into air fryer basket.
• Turn the air fryer to 300 degrees F for 10 minutes.  Shake air fryer basket after 5 minutes.
• ENJOY your air fryer broccoli!

Notes

If you like more of a roasted type of broccoli, you can cook for 1-2 minutes longer.

If you prefer a more tender broccoli, you can cook for 1-2 minutes less.

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 52mg | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 14.7mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Vegetarian Air Fryer Resources – We have a vegetarian air fryer newsletter, which you can subscribe to here. We also have a specific vegetarian air fryer recipes group on facebook. You can find that Veg Air Fryer FB Group here.

If you are looking for vegetarian recipes beyond air fryer ones, we have a Vegetarian Newsletter as well as a Vegetarian Recipes facebook group. This newsletter and FB group offers up recipes that on the stove, in the oven, on the grill, in the instant pot and more!

Other Resources:

• Air Fryer Calculator (convert oven recipes to air fryer)
• Common Air Fryer Mistakes
• Air Fryer Cooking Times Cheat Sheet
• Can You Put Foil in the Air Fryer
• How to Clean Your Air Fryer
• Tips for Your Air Fryer
• Cosori Air Fryer Reviews

More Air Fryer Goodies:

• Meat + Veg Newsletter
• Air Fryer Recipes – Facebook Group (large + fast paced – meat/veg)
• Air Fryer Recipes for Seniors  – Facebook Group
• Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes – Facebook Group
• Air Fryer Eats – Facebook Group (slower paced)

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AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRITTERS RECIPE

This recipe is adapted from our Zucchini Corn Fritters recipe. We wanted to be able to enjoy these zucchini fritters but without all the oil that is needed to fry them when using the skillet method. 

Years ago, we created this zucchini fritters recipe because we wanted a way to use up our garden zucchini. So we were on the hunt to create more shredded zucchini recipes.

This air fryer zucchini adapted recipe actually has some history and quite a fond spot in my heart. Back in 2012, I posted this recipe in August. This literally is one of our favorite meals. The recipe got some interest but nothing too crazy.

Then it happened. This is the recipe that broke my website. I woke up Thanksgiving morning and happened to log into my site. It was broke.

You see the day before this recipe was listed in a HUGE freezer meal round up for new moms. You can see the round up here, they have reposted it an updated it with new dates throughout the years.

They listed my recipe as #7 on the list of 24 and the internet went wild! So wild that my little site couldn’t handle the traffic. The site was down for most of the day before and most of that Thanksgiving day.

 My host worked hard to upgrade the server and I was back up and running the day after. I am extremely thankful for the visitors that came those days and the days after.

I am so thankful for PopSugar (and more) for listing my recipe in their round up. It is amazing what one simple mention can do sometimes!

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

Taco Seasoning - You can use your favorite brand, any taco seasoning will do.

cornmeal - This adds bulk to the fritters and a nice crunch.

all purpose gluten free flour

baking powder - We add baking powder to give a bit of rise to these fritters.

sea salt - For seasoning.

 eggs - Eggs hold everything together and aid in browning.

milk - Use whatever milk or non-dairy milk that you like to mix up this batter.

 honey - These fritters and sweet and salty.

butter - Butter mixed in to the batter makes these savory, buttery, and crispy.

shredded cheddar cheese - I love cheese. Cheese gives the fritters a melty inside texture.

frozen or fresh corn - Thaw your frozen corn a bit before cooking.

shredded zucchini - Grate your zucchini and squeeze out as much liquid as you can.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

1. Mix together ingredients, stirring in 1-2 T of taco seasoning.
2. Whisk eggs together.
3. Pour egg mixture into ingredients.
4. Mix everything together!
5. Scoop 1-2 Tablespoons of corn mixture into your hands and press down to form a “patty”.Place fritters into your air fryer basket. Cook your fritters as directed in the recipe. Let the zucchini fritters rest for 4-5 minutes before serving.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

• If you have made these before using the skillet method, they will be brown up as much because you are not cooking them in an oil bath. Likewise, the zucchini fritters will also not crisp up as much.
• If you do not have an air fryer, you can make these zucchini fritters by using our Zucchini Corn Fritters recipe. 
• It is key to let your zucchini fritters rest for 4-5 minutes after cooking in the air fryer. This helps the fritters to become firmer.

CAN I FREEZE ZUCCHINI FRITTERS?

Yes! These little guys freeze well so double the recipe or triple the batch so you can stock your freezer.

You’ll love taking them out of the freezer for some quick meal prep! These are also great to share with friends. I often try to keep some pre-made meals in my freezer so I can share with friends when they might need it. Think: new baby, surgery, death in the family, etc

If you want to freeze the corn fritters, and you have a large freezer, I would suggest placing the air fryer zucchini fritters on a baking sheet and placing into the freezer first.

That way the individual fritters can freeze, then you can place them into bags or containers. If you don’t have room for a baking sheet in your freezer, you can put the fritters onto plates to freeze thoroughly first.

TIPS FOR WORKING WITH ZUCCHINI

• I use a hand grater to grate my zucchini. For me, this method is quick and the food grater is affordable! Nothing fancy here!
• Zucchini is naturally full of moisture. Ready for my number one tip after you grate zucchini? It is important that you squeeze your zucchini in a paper towel after you have grated it. If you don’t, the recipe will be too watery!
• If you forgot to squeeze the zucchini and your recipe is too watery, no problem! You need to add more flour to your mixture 1 Tablespoon at a time until you reach a consistency that allows you to form a patty with the mixture.

MORE ZUCCHINI RECIPES TO TRY

Mini Zucchini Pizzas make a great snack or lunch for you and your family.

Gluten Free Pan Fried Zucchini - Yum! My favorite way to make zucchini is crispy and delicious.

Serve this Zucchini Bake as a side dish with any dinner.

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES TO TRY

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are the most basic and simple air fryer recipe, and they come out perfect, every single time.

for crispy, tender broccoli, try Air Fryer Broccoli .

If you're new to using your air fryer, Air Fryer Frozen French Fries are the perfect starter recipe to get used to your machine.

Did you know that we have another site where we share all types of air fryer recipes, including meat recipes? Try this Air Fryer Smoky Chicken recipe if you like!

Need more easy meatless ideas? Browse these air fryer vegetarian recipes for gluten-free sides, tofu recipes, snacks, and quick dinner ideas.

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Zucchini Corn Cakes

Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters is another great way to use your air fryer. This zucchini fritters recipe uses shredded zucchini and fresh corn. You are going to love these zucchini patties.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer zucchini fritters

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes minutes

Total Time 18 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 361kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

• 1-2 T Taco Seasoning check to make sure its GF, many times there are hidden ingredients in there
• 2 cups cornmeal
• ¼ c all purpose gluten free flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 eggs
• ¾ cup milk
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup melted butter
• ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups frozen or fresh corn
• ½ cup shredded zucchini
• Spray oil for air frying

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Instructions

• To make your air fryer zucchini fritters, mix together ingredients, stirring in 1-2 T of taco seasoning.
• Scoop 1-2 Tablespoons of corn mixture and press down to form a “patty”.
• Places zucchini fritters into the air fryer. cook at 380 degrees F for 5 minutes. Flip patties and cook for another 3 minutes.
• Let your zucchini fritters rest 4-5 minutes before eating.
• ENJOY!

Notes

These Zucchini Corn Cakes freeze wonderfully!

Tips and Tricks for your Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters:

• If you have made these before using the skillet method, they will be brown up as much because you are not cooking them in an oil bath. Likewise, the zucchini fritters will also not crisp up as much.
• If you do not have an air fryer, you can make these zucchini fritters by using our Zucchini Corn Fritters recipe. 
• It is key to let your zucchini fritters rest for 4-5 minutes after cooking in the air fryer.  This helps the fritters to become firmer.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 2.2mg

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AIR FRYER FROZEN FRENCH FRIES RECIPE

Air fryer frozen french fries are literally done in minutes.

Frozen french fries cooked this way are simply amazing and come out crisper than oven cooking. I am pretty confident that once you cook a batch french fries in your air fryer, you won’t look back!

Your mind will be made up and this version will become a new favorite!

If you love your air fryer, you should check out our air fryer sweet potato recipe and our air fryer vegan bacon recipe.

WHAT IS AN AIR FRYER?

It is a countertop appliance that will soon win your heart over! It is basically a smaller (the inside of it) type of convection oven that moves very hot air around.

The circulating air cooks your food quickly and evenly. I am guessing that you have probably seen an air fryer infomercial or two!

While smaller inside than a convection oven, the outside is often typically the size of a toaster oven or slightly smaller. Many people buy air fryers to use when camping in their RV or even for cooking “stinky” foods (think air fryer broccoli) outside.

If you're in the market for an air fryer, I've put together some real reviews of two of the more popular ones. Check out our Air Fryer Foodi Review and Air Fryer Instant Vortex Review.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER FROZEN FRENCH FRIES

1. Pour your frozen french fries into the air fryer basket. Be sure not to crowd the basket.
2. Give the basket a gentle shake to even out the fries.
3. Place air fryer basket into air fryer unit.
4. Air fry as directed in recipe. Halfway through cooking time, remove the air fryer basket and shake it gently to move fries around. Return air fryer basket to air fryer unit and continue cooking.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

TIPS FOR MAKING FROZEN FRENCH FRIES IN THE AIR FRYER

• Make sure that you do not crowd the basket with too many fries. The fries will not cook evenly.
• You may need to adjust the time if your are using different types of fries.
• Shoestring - 12 minutes
• Crinkle and Regular Fries - 18 minutes
• Check out exactly how we cook Alexia frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer too!

CAN YOU COOK FROZEN FRIES IN AN AIR FRYER?

The simple answer is yes! That is actually my favorite way!

HOW MANY FRIES CAN I COOK AT A TIME?

Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can cook up to 1 pound of fries as long as the basket isn’t over crowded.

ARE FRENCH FRIES GLUTEN FREE?

If the french fries are cooked in a dedicated fryer they are gluten-free. That means other items that contain gluten such as chicken fingers, breaded wings, onion rings, etc are NOT cooked in the same oil.

In this case, we are using an air fryer, so if the air fryer is clean and free from gluten then your fries will be.

Pro Tip: always read ingredient labels of your foods. Sometimes flavorings or spices are added to the food and that makes it not gluten-free.

HOW DO I CLEAN MY AIR FRYER?

That is a great question and it will vary by model. I honestly get this question a lot!

For our power fryer Xl  and Cosori Air Fryer we have a removable inner basket. So we can hand wash each basket individually.

It is listed on the new ones in the instruction manual that the basket is dishwasher safe. Be sure to check your manual.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR AIR FRYER - STEP BY STEP

1. Unplug your air fryer from the outlet. While this might seem like common sense, it is worth mentioning as it is very important.
2. Let your air fryer completely cool down. There is no need to immediately clear your machine right after use. It is dangerous and you can easily burn yourself!
3. Wipe the outside of your oil less fryer with a damp cloth. The cloth should be wet enough to gently wipe away food or grease but it should not be dripping with moisture.
4. Remove the basket container. Your basket should have two parts. Be sure to remove the inner basket from the outer basket, when cool. Gently scrub each basket with soap and water. Many new air fryer models have dishwasher safe baskets!
5. If the inside of your air fryer is dirty, you can wipe it down with a damp sponge.
6. Check the heating element of your fryer. You might need to gently turn the machine upside down to easily see and access the air fryer heating element. You can use a damp sponge to clean or a soft brush.

Side note: If you are in the market for an air fryer, I recently created a post about the best air fryers on the market. The post is based off of reviews from friends, family and online consumers! Be sure to check out the best air fryers on the market!

OTHER AIR FRYER RECIPES

Pumpkin Air Fryer French Toast is a sweet and delicious breakfast treat from the air fryer.

Try making Air Fryer Tofu (Air Fried in 15 minutes), to add to salads, use for meal prep, or as a meal for the kids.

Air Fryer Mini Corndogs are a super fun and easy kid-friendly snack to make in the air fryer. Look for vegetarian ones in your grocery store freezer.

We share all sorts of recipes on our sister site, even meat recipes! if you're a meat eater, you have to try Air Fryer Pork Belly.

Air Fryer Potato Wedges are another french fry recipe that you should totally try. Makes these out of russet potatoes.

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Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

If you love frozen french fries, you have got to try them in the air fryer. Air fryer french fries are honestly one of my favorite treats. I love how the air fryer crisps up the fries without oil.If you love frozen french fries, you have got to try them in the air fryer. Air fryer french fries are honestly one of my favorite treats. I love how the air fryer crisps up the fries without oil.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer french fries, air fryer frozen french fries, french fries in air fryer

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 2 people

Calories 1kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 bag Frozen French Fries

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Instructions

• Pour your frozen french fries into the air fryer basket. Be sure not to crowd the basket.Give the basket a gentle shake to even out the fries.
• Place air fryer basket into air fryer unit.Set temperature for 400 degrees F. If you are cooking shoestring fries, cook for 12 minutes.

  After 6 minutes have passed remove the air fryer basket and shake it gently to move fries around. Return air fryer basket to air fryer unit and continue cooking.
• Enjoy!

Notes

Tips for Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

• Make sure that you do not crowd the basket with too many fries. The fries will not cook evenly.
• You may need to adjust the time if your are using different types of fries.
• Shoestring - 12 minutes
• Crinkle and Regular Fries - 18 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg

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