Description
A vibrant and healthy Air Fryer Vegetables recipe that combines zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, and more with Italian seasoning, cooked to perfection for a quick and flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 zucchini or yellow squash, cut into ½-inch half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 4 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
- 1 small red onion, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 carrot, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 heaping cup small broccoli florets
- 1 heaping cup small cauliflower florets
Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To Serve
- Lemon wedge, for squeezing
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even cooking.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine zucchini, red bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, carrot, broccoli, and cauliflower. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and fresh black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
- Cook in Air Fryer: Add a portion of the vegetables to the air fryer basket in a single layer to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 12 minutes, shaking or tossing halfway through to promote even browning and tenderness. Repeat with remaining vegetables.
- Serve: Transfer cooked vegetables to a serving dish. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over them, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Ensure vegetables are cut to similar sizes for consistent cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice for a bright, zesty flavor that complements the roasted vegetables.
- Optional Parmesan cheese adds richness but can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- Try swapping vegetables seasonally or based on preference, such as adding asparagus or cherry tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
