This collection of 55 vegan air fryer recipes includes appetizers, snacks, sides, mains and sweets! There are so many ways to use the air fryer for plant-based dishes, you'll be sure to find something to suit your taste buds in this roundup.
When I received my air fryer one Christmas morning, I had no idea it would become one of my most loved kitchen appliances, right up there with my food processor and high-powered blender. 😉
I've made everything in it from frozen foods like these air fryer hash browns to this tempeh bacon.
So without further ado, I've compiled this list of some of the best vegan dishes to make in the air fryer from fellow food bloggers.
Veggies
Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash by This Healthy Kitchen
A simple recipe with only four ingredients makes perfectly cooked spaghetti squash in 25 minutes or less for a dinner side dish or use it as a base to create a heartier main dish for meals.
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Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts by Veggie Fun Kitchen
A 3-ingredient smoky maple glaze makes these air fryer Brussels sprouts a unique and tasty side dish recipe to add flavor to just about any meal.
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Radish Wands by Vegan Dollhouse
Cook up watermelon radishes and purple daikon radishes in the air fryer for just 5 minutes. Cut them into shapes and thread them on a skewer for a lovely and beautiful presentation.
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Vegan Orange Cauliflower by The Belly Rules the Mind
After battered cauliflower cooks up crisp and golden brown in the air fryer, it’s tossed with a sweet and spicy vegan orange sauce.
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Air Fryer Mushrooms by KiipFit for Healthy Lifestyle
Lightly breaded mushrooms cook up crunchy and crisp on the outside, but soft and delicious on the inside. These mushrooms prepared in the air fryer, make a savory side dish or vegan appetizer.
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Air Fryer Butternut Squash by Heart Beet Kitchen
Garlic and herb butternut squash prepared with just a touch of oil comes out perfectly tender and flavorful when cooked in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Green Beans by Veggies Save the Day
Tamari and sesame oil add flavor to these crisp Asian style green beans that cook to tender, tasty perfection in just 15 minutes in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Sweet Plantains by Simply Low Cal
Sweet plantains make a delicious and healthy side dish when prepared in the air fryer. This method uses less oil and really allows the sweet flavor to shine through in this easy recipe.
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Air Fryer Beets by The Typical Mom
Roasting beets in the air fryer turns out tender, juicy beets with crisp edges in less than 30 minutes in this simple air fryer recipe.
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Air Fryer Okra by Running to the Kitchen
Spiced okra flavored with cumin, turmeric, coriander and chili powder cook up crisp in this well-seasoned, easy air fryer side dish.
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Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes by Plant Based and Broke
Roasting tomatoes in the air fryer results in tomatoes with slightly charred edges and savory, smoky flavor. An easy way to prepare tomatoes to add to recipes, pasta or your favorite homemade salsa.
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Air Fryer Carrots by The Food Blog
A simple recipe for roasting carrots in the air fryer that enhances the natural sweet flavor in carrots making an easy side dish to serve with your favorite mains.
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts by The Forked Spoon
Balsamic vinegar, lemon and just a hint of spiciness adds an enticing flavor to this easy Brussels sprouts recipe.
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Air Fryer Asparagus by Health My Lifestyle
A simple 2-ingredient asparagus recipe cooks up tender stalks of fresh asparagus in just 10 minutes.
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Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts by Kalyn’s Kitchen
Lightly seasoned canned artichoke hearts are cooked until lightly crisp in this easy air fryer recipe. Omit the grated cheese or use a dairy-free Parmesan to keep these vegan. Serve them up as a party appetizer or a side dish for your favorite meal.
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Air Fryer Eggplant by Easy Indian Cookbook
An easy Bengali recipe of turmeric, olive oil and salt seasoned eggplant slices that are cooked until perfectly roasted in the air fryer in only 15 minutes.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower by Evolving Table
The air fryer transforms cauliflower florets into perfectly crispy golden bites for an easy weeknight side dish made with only a few pantry staple ingredients.
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Potatoes
Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes by A Virtual Vegan
The air fryer gives these garlic herb roasted potatoes nice, crisp and golden edges while the insides are soft and fluffy. These tasty potatoes cook in just 45 minutes without heating up the whole house.
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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes by Eat Plant Based
The air fryer is the easiest way to prepare baked potatoes with perfect crisp skins and fluffy insides. Once they’re ready, serve them up as a main dish with a hearty topping or an easy side dish for meals.
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Vegan Cheesy Potato Wedges Air Fryer GF by V Nutrition and Wellness
Vegan cheese fries are easy to make in the air fryer. The potato wedges cook up healthy and crispy and then served alongside a vegan cheese sauce for a tasty snack or side dish.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes by Know Your Produce
Bake up whole sweet potatoes in just 40 minutes without ever turning on the oven. A simple baked sweet potato recipe to use for home cooked meals.
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Air Fryer Hashbrowns From Scratch by The Daily Dish
Cooking homemade hashbrowns in the air fryer is the answer to perfectly crisp browned potatoes for your breakfast meals.
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Air Fryer Potato Chips by Recipes from a Pantry
Air fryer potato chips are made with very little oil and take only a short amount of time to cook up. An easy way to prepare a healthy potato chip for lunches on the go or burger night.
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Air Fryer French Fries by Nourish Plate
Crisp and never soggy French fries cook up easily in the air fryer with only a handful of ingredients in 20 minutes. An easy side dish for burgers, sandwiches and more.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe by Lathi’s Kitchen
Use the air fryer to make healthy sweet potato fries for snacks and meals. This simple recipe gives you perfect fries each time with lightly crisp and crunchy edges.
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Smashed Potatoes by Urban Farmie
Spiced smashed potatoes turn out crunchy and oh so delicious when cooked in the air fryer. Serve them up as a side dish or snack for parties or when watching the game. Leave off the optional cheese or top with dairy-free Parmesan to keep these vegan.
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Tofu
Air Fryer Tofu by No Sweat Vegan
Seasoned tofu nuggets cook up in less time in the air fryer than when baked in the oven. Serve these up with your favorite vegan sauce for dipping for snacks or dinner for a meal the whole family will enjoy.
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Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets with Vegan Ranch Sauce by Two City Vegans
Lightly breaded gluten-free tofu nuggets accompanied by a ranch sauce for dipping. This easy tofu recipe makes a tasty snack or meal both kids and adults will enjoy.
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Salt and Pepper Air Fryer Tofu
This easy tofu recipe requires only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes from start to finish to prepare. It cooks up nicely crisp on the outside, but tender on the inside and doubles as a snack or a start to delicious dinner meals.
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Air Fried Buffalo Tofu by This Wife Cooks
Crispy breaded chunks of tofu in a spicy buffalo sauce make a tasty vegan stand in for wings. Serve these up for your game day parties or a snack any time.
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Snacks and appetizers
Air Fryer Kale Chips by Champagne Tastes
These easy air fryer kale chips with mix and match seasonings make a tasty, quick and easy snack you will love.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings Recipe by Veggie Society
Seasoned cauliflower florets cook up into a healthy vegan alternative for wings. Serve these up with any sauce for parties and game day events.
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Keto Cauliflower Wings by Eating Works
A keto breading using almond flour cooks up nice and crispy in the air fryer and then served up with BBQ sauce. An easy keto snack for any time of day.
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Air Fryer Hush Puppies by Moon and Spoon and Yum
Air fryer hush puppies cook up with a light and crisp exterior and a soft and fluffy interior. Cooking gluten-free hush puppies in less oil delivers a healthy alternative to serve up with your favorite Southern-style meals.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites by Culinary Shades
Indian spices, including turmeric, coriander, cumin and garam masala, add color and spice to these easy cauliflower bites. Stuff them into naan bread or serve them as an appetizer or side dish.
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Air Fryer Salsa Verde by Healthy Slow Cooking
Use the air fryer to roast the tomatillos and other vegetables in this easy salsa verde recipe. A perfect healthy salsa dip to snack on with chips or use it to top your favorite enchiladas or burritos.
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Air Fryer Shishito Peppers by Vidhya’s Home Cooking
When shishito peppers cook in the air fryer they get the best charred and blistered edges. Flavored with garlic, these roasted shishito peppers are deliciously spicy and great served as a vegan appetizer.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings by From the Comfort of My Bowl
Battered cauliflower florets cook up into wing-like nuggets for a crispy, savory snack. Lightly seasoned with teriyaki sauce and served up warm as a tasty appetizer or party food.
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Fried Pickles by Cadry’s Kitchen
Beer battered fried pickles cooked in the air fryer make a crispy snack with lots of tangy flavor that’s perfect for dipping.
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Easy Air Fryer Salsa by Randa Nutrition
Roasting the vegetables in this air fryer salsa adds layers of flavors to the veggies in this easy homemade salsa recipe. Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips or add a generous spoonful on top of your tacos for even more flavor.
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Air Fryer Pizza Rolls by The Conscious Plant Kitchen
Jazz up your pizza night with these homemade air fryer pizza rolls. They cook up into a soft, chewy dough that’s filled with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings.
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Mashed Potato Balls
Gluten-free mashed potato balls come out perfectly crispy on the outside with a pillowy potato filling on the inside when cooked in the air fryer. A simple recipe that’s a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes for an appetizer or side dish.
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Air Fryer Peanuts by Rachna Cooks
These dry roasted peanuts are cooked in the air fryer without any oil. A healthy and simple way to enjoy peanuts as a snack.
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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas by Profusion Curry
Enjoy the crunchy flavor of salt and pepper chickpeas or try them with a touch of garam masala and red chili powder. A healthy and delicious snack for kids and adults.
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Avocado Keto Spring Rolls by Keto Vegetarian Recipes
In addition to being vegan, these simple avocado spring rolls are Whole30, keto, paleo and gluten free. The coconut wraps cook up crisp while the seasoned avocado on the inside remains creamy.
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Mains
Vegan Spicy Chicken Sandwich by Yum Vegan Lunch Ideas
Battered and breaded seitan cooks up crisp and yummy in the air fryer. Serve it up on your favorite bread, regular or gluten free, for a vegan sandwich that everyone is sure to love.
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Vegan Air Fryer Lentil Sliders by Any Reason Vegans
Satisfy your burger craving with these easy lentil sliders! Ready in less than an hour making this recipe easy to prepare any day of the week for a meal that’s sure to please both kids and adults.
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Air Fryer Tacos by Vegan Huggs
Bite sized mini tacos with a seasoned potato filling are easy to make in the air fryer. These crispy potato tacos are sure to be a crowd favorite when you serve them up.
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Air Fryer Pizza by Zardy Plants
Homemade pizza gets easier when it’s made in the air fryer and a great way to satisfy your pizza craving without turning on the oven.
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Vegan Fried Chicken by Mexican Made Meatless
Oyster mushrooms tossed in seasoned bread crumbs cook up in the air fryer perfectly crisp on the outside with a chewy, savory inside that makes a delicious vegan alternative for chicken. Serve it up as an appetizer with your favorite sauce for dipping or layer it on sandwiches or salads.
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Cauliflower Meatballs by Easy Cooking with Molly
Seasoned cauliflower rice mixed with breadcrumbs and chickpea flour are formed into balls and then cooked up crispy in the air fryer for fifteen minutes. Serve them up with marinara sauce and your favorite side dish.
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Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan by Daily Dish
Breaded eggplant rounds cook up crispy on the outside in the air fryer before being topped with marinara sauce and served up over pasta for an easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in less than an hour.
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Sweets
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls by Rescue Dog Kitchen
Air fryer cinnamon rolls are prepared using a vegan made from scratch dough filled with cinnamon sugar. After they’re cooked in the air fryer, drizzle a sweet, creamy icing over the top and serve up for breakfast or dessert.
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Air Fryer Donuts with Jam by Rainbow Nourishments
No need to worry about cooking with hot oil when making these homemade donuts in the air fryer. Made with a homemade vegan dough shaped into donut holes, cooked in the air fryer and then filled with jam making a tasty treat.
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Air Fried Oreos by Everyday Family Cooking
All you need are Oreo cookies and crescent dough to make these easy vegan air fried Oreos for a healthier dessert treat! Dust them with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for some extra sweetness.
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Have you tried any of these vegan air fryer recipes? Let us know in the comments below.
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