Description
A vibrant and healthy air fryer vegetable medley featuring zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, carrot, broccoli, and cauliflower, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder, then air-fried to a perfect tender and lightly browned finish. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a nutritious side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 zucchini or yellow squash, cut into ½-inch half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 4 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
- 1 small red onion, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 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
- Optional toppings: grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to heat up while you prepare the vegetables.
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the zucchini, red bell pepper, cremini mushrooms, red onion, carrot, broccoli, and cauliflower into the specified sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Season the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, toss all the chopped vegetables with extra-virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to coat them evenly.
- Arrange in the air fryer basket: Place the seasoned vegetables in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure proper airflow and even crisping.
- Air fry the vegetables: Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and tenderness.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the cooked vegetables to a serving dish, squeeze fresh lemon juice over them, and optionally garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley for added flavor.
Notes
- For best results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to allow the hot air to circulate and crisp the vegetables evenly.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding chili flakes or your favorite herbs.
- If using frozen vegetables, adjust cooking time accordingly.
- The optional Parmesan adds a savory finish, but it can be omitted for a dairy-free option.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
