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Delicious Vegetarian Air Fryer Recipes: Tacos, Fries & More

Discover how your air fryer can transform everyday vegetables into crispy, flavorful dishes that even meat-lovers will crave. From Mexican-inspired cauliflower tacos to indulgent avocado fries and perfectly roasted asparagus, these vegetarian recipes showcase the versatility of air frying. Each recipe is designed to be easy to follow while delivering restaurant-quality results.

Crispy cauliflower tacos with fresh toppings

Crispy Cauliflower Tacos

15 minutes400°F

Ingredients

  • ⏲️ Time: 15 minutes
  • 🌡️ Temperature: 400°F (204°C)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups almond milk
  • 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Make Batter: In a bowl, combine flour with spices and salt. Whisk in almond milk until smooth. Add panko to separate bowl.
  2. Bread Cauliflower: Working in batches, dip florets in batter, then coat with panko.
  3. Air Fry: Cook at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway. Spray with oil for extra crispiness.
  4. Build Tacos: Fill tortillas with crispy cauliflower and favorite toppings like avocado, slaw, fresh cilantro, and spicy mayo.
Golden brown avocado fries

Crunchy Avocado Fries

8 minutes350°F

Ingredients

  • ⏲️ Time: 7-9 minutes
  • 🌡️ Temperature: 350°F (176°C)
  • 3 medium ripe but firm Hass avocados
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Tajín seasoning (optional)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • Chipotle mayo or ranch for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Coating: Mix panko breadcrumbs, Tajín (if using), salt, and garlic powder. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well.
  2. Prep Avocados: Halve and pit avocados. Cut each half into 4 slices and carefully remove peel.
  3. Bread: Dip each avocado slice in beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in seasoned panko mixture.
  4. Air Fry: Cook at 350°F for 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Serve: Immediately serve hot with chipotle mayo or ranch for dipping.
Perfectly roasted asparagus spears

Perfect Air Fryer Asparagus

8 minutes400°F

Ingredients

  • ⏲️ Time: 5-10 minutes
  • 🌡️ Temperature: 400°F (204°C)
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare: Set air fryer temperature to 400°F and allow to preheat for 5 minutes
  2. Season: In a large bowl, drizzle trimmed asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, tossing to coat evenly
  3. Cook: Arrange seasoned asparagus in a single layer in air fryer basket, cook for 5-10 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp
  4. Finish: Transfer to serving plate and optionally garnish with fresh lemon juice or grated Parmesan cheese

Tips for Perfect Vegetarian Air Frying

  • Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking
  • Don't skip the oil - a light coating helps achieve the perfect crispy texture
  • Work in batches to avoid overcrowding
  • Check food frequently near the end of cooking time
  • Experiment with different seasonings and coatings

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