Air Fryer Vegetables
Why this recipe works
- Fast high-heat cooking: The air fryer gives the vegetables roasted edges in a short cooking time, without needing to heat a full oven.
- Simple seasoning, clear flavour: Oregano adds herbal depth while smoked paprika brings warmth and a gentle smoky note.
- Easy to judge: Chunky cuts and a halfway shake make it straightforward to cook the vegetables evenly and avoid softness.
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Texture tips
- For more browned edges: Spread the vegetables in a single layer so hot air can circulate around the pieces.
- Keep the cuts chunky: Thin courgette slices soften quickly, so thicker half-moons help the pieces hold their shape.
Ingredient notes
- Choose firm courgettes: Firm courgettes roast more cleanly and release less moisture than very soft or overripe ones.
- Adjust the paprika style: Smoked paprika gives a deeper roasted flavour, while sweet paprika keeps the seasoning milder and cleaner.
Common mistakes
- Avoid overcrowding: A packed basket traps steam and softens the vegetables instead of browning them.
- Watch the courgette: Courgette turns soft faster than onion and pepper, so stop cooking once it is tender with lightly browned edges.
Make-ahead tips
- Prep ahead: The vegetables can be chopped in advance and kept covered in the fridge until ready to season and cook.
- Reheat for best texture: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 190°C (375°F) until hot and sizzling, shaking once to refresh the edges.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, cut the courgette into thick half-moons, slice the red onion into wedges, and cut the red pepper into chunky pieces.
- Tip the vegetables into a mixing bowl and add the olive oil, dried oregano, smoked paprika, fine sea salt and black pepper. Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
- Add the vegetables to the air fryer basket in an even layer. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway, until tender with browned edges.
- Serve straight away as a side dish. If you like a deeper roast, add 2 more minutes and cook until the edges are a shade darker.
Recipe notes
Tips
- Keep the pieces similar in size so the courgette and pepper finish at the same time.
- Do not overcrowd the basket; if your air fryer is small, cook in two batches for better browning.
Substitutions
- Replace Smoked paprika with Sweet paprika for a cleaner, less smoky seasoning.
- Replace Dried oregano with Italian seasoning for a broader herb flavour.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 3 days
- Refrigerate in a sealed container. Reheat in the air fryer at 190°C (375°F) for 4 to 6 minutes until hot and sizzling, shaking once, to bring back some edge browning.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 20min (10min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Fusion
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