12 Vegetarian Air Fryer Dinners
Air fryers aren’t just for appetizers and fries! Let your air fryer cook you an actual dinner. These vegetarian air fryer recipes are meal worthy, easy and delicious.
We all know air fryers are great for fries and other side dish / appetizer foods that might normally be deep fried, but their genius does not end there. An air fryer is essentially a mini convection oven that can heat up quickly and cook food really fast.
It is designed to make food crispy with less oil, but it also does a great job of simple baking and roasting. It’s an all-rounder that some people have really embraced as part of their kitchen repertoire. Especially if you are cooking for one or two (though XL air fryers do exist for larger households).
Personally, I would never have bought a gadget just for fries and egg rolls and other appetizers. I simply don’t make those foods enough. I need something that helps me get an actual dinner on the table – and I am happy to report that the air fryer does that!
All of these recipes (some mine, some from around the web) are actual meals. You may need to add a salad or some grains, but the main cooking job is done by your air fryer. Let’s take a look…
Vegetarian Air Fryer Dinner Recipes
Air fryers aren't just for appetizers and fries! Let your air fryer cook you an actual dinner. These vegetarian air fryer recipes are meal worthy, easy and delicious.
Air Fryer Veggie Fajitas
Smoky, sweet vegetable fajitas cook like a dream in the air fryer! With portobello mushrooms, peppers and onions in a smoky sweet chili sauce, these fajitas make a substantial meatless dinner. Vegetarian or even vegan depending on your choice of toppings.
Air Fryer Spanakopita Rolls
A tasty spanakopita dinner from scratch - cooked in the air fryer! These crispy spinach and feta stuffed rolls are meal sized and easy to make with a little help from your air fryer. Delicious and healthy, served with a salad to round off the meal.
Air Fryer Smashed Baked Potatoes
These air fryer baked potatoes only need an additional five minutes to transform into giant smashed potatoes! Perfect for those who enjoy twice baked potatoes but don't have the time. With a substantial topping (think baked beans and cheese, leftover chili or curry) you've got yourself a hearty dinner.
Air Fryer Lentil Tacos
15 minute air fryer tacos! These vegetarian tacos are incredibly easy to make in your air fryer - just fill up the basket with assembled tacos and they cook super fast! Delightfully crispy, protein packed and delicious, these lentil tacos will please kids and adults alike on Taco Tuesday! If you're looking to add more legumes and meatless meals into your diet, this is one delicious way to put a healthier twist on tacos.
Air Fryer Tofu in Ginger Soy Marinade
This air fryer recipe for crispy tofu nuggets is both vegan and gluten free. It’s perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and has the MOST mouthwatering ginger soy marinade. Add to rice or noodles - dinner is served!
Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan is a much loved vegetarian recipe. Making it in the air fryer is the best choice ever and so convenient. Just add spaghetti and you're good to go!
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese with Broccoli
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese made with sharp cheddar, finely chopped broccoli, and a pinch of chili flakes to bring some heat. Make a meal of this substantial sandwich by serving it alongside some (air fried) fries or sweet potato fries. Since it only takes 5 minutes, you can cook the fries first while prepping the sandwich.
Air Fryer Mac and Cheese Recipe
The easiest Air Fryer Mac and Cheese recipe you will ever make! No need to pre-boil the pasta first, just put your ingredients into the air fryer and go. Delightfully crispy edges are guaranteed!
Air Fryer Pizza
Step aside frozen pizza, there’s a new guy in town. We’re talking about the Air Fryer Pizza! Perfectly crispy, easy to make, personal pan pizzas that are about to revolutionize pizza night.
Crispy Air Fryer Quesadilla
Perfectly crisp outside, gooey and cheesy inside! This recipe for a crispy air fryer quesadilla makes a quick meal that both adults and kids will love! Add salad to round off a crowd pleasing meal.
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
Air fryers make magic out of cauliflower, and this amazing recipe turns them into a full meal by serving them in tacos with Cilantro-Avocado sauce and lemon juice.
Air Fryer Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Halloumi
Your air fryer gives you an easy way to roast up lots of juicy vegetables and halloumi cheese. Perfect served with your choice of grain or bread for an easy and healthy meal.