Plant-Based Air Fryer Recipes Everyone Will Love
🌿 Introduction
Plant-based eating is more than a trend — it’s a delicious and sustainable way to nourish your body.
And when you pair it with your air fryer, you get meals that are crispy, wholesome, and ready in minutes — without any animal products or deep-frying.
Here are 7 plant-based air fryer recipes that prove vegan food can be both light and indulgent.
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And explore:
1️⃣ Crispy Chickpea Buddha Bowl
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 12 min | Serves: 2 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 190 °C / 375 °F
Ingredients
🥫 1 can chickpeas, drained
🥒 ½ cucumber, diced
🍅 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
🥕 1 small carrot, grated
🥄 1 tbsp olive oil
🧂 ½ tsp paprika + garlic powder
Instructions
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Pat chickpeas dry and toss with oil and spices.
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Air fry 12 min, shaking halfway.
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Serve over veggies and drizzle tahini-lemon dressing.
💡 Tip: Perfect meal prep idea — stays crispy in the fridge for 2 days!
2️⃣ Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms 🍄
Prep: 8 min | Cook: 10 min | Serves: 3 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 185 °C / 365 °F
Ingredients
🍄 8 large mushrooms
🥬 1 cup spinach, chopped
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🥣 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
🥄 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
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Sauté spinach and garlic in a pan for 2 min.
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Mix with breadcrumbs and stuff into mushrooms.
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Air fry 10 min until tops are golden.
3️⃣ Sweet Potato & Black Bean Patties 🍠
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 4 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 190 °C / 375 °F
Ingredients
🍠 1 cup mashed sweet potato
🥫 ½ cup black beans, mashed
🌾 2 tbsp oats
🧄 1 tsp cumin
🥄 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
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Mix everything into a smooth dough.
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Shape 4 patties and brush lightly with oil.
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Air fry 15 min, flipping halfway.
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Serve in lettuce wraps or on vegan buns.
4️⃣ Crispy Tofu Nuggets 🧈
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 12 min | Serves: 2 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 200 °C / 392 °F
Ingredients
🧈 250 g firm tofu, cubed
🌿 1 tbsp soy sauce
🌾 1 tbsp cornstarch
🧄 ½ tsp garlic powder
🌶️ Pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
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Pat tofu dry, toss with soy sauce and cornstarch.
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Place in basket and air fry until crisp (shake halfway).
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Serve with sweet chili sauce or vegan mayo.
5️⃣ Roasted Veggie Wraps 🌯
Prep: 8 min | Cook: 12 min | Serves: 2 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 190 °C / 375 °F
Ingredients
🌶️ ½ red pepper, sliced
🥕 1 carrot, thin strips
🧅 ½ onion, sliced
🥄 1 tsp olive oil
🌯 2 whole-grain wraps
🥑 ½ avocado, mashed
Instructions
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Toss veggies in oil and air fry 10–12 min.
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Spread avocado on wraps, add roasted veggies.
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Roll tightly, slice, and serve warm.
6️⃣ Cauliflower “Buffalo” Bites 🌶️
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 3 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 195 °C / 383 °F
Ingredients
🥦 300 g cauliflower florets
🥛 80 ml oat milk
🌾 3 tbsp flour
🌶️ 2 tbsp hot sauce
🥄 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
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Make batter with flour, oat milk, and hot sauce.
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Coat florets and air fry until crispy.
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Toss again in warm buffalo sauce.
🔥 Tip: Serve with vegan ranch or celery sticks.
7️⃣ Apple Cinnamon Wontons 🍎
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 8 min | Serves: 4 | Mode: Air Fry | Temp: 185 °C / 365 °F
Ingredients
🍎 1 apple, diced
🍯 1 tsp maple syrup
🌰 ¼ tsp cinnamon
🥟 8 vegan wonton wrappers
Instructions
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Mix apple, syrup, and cinnamon.
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Spoon filling into wrappers, seal edges with water.
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Air fry 8 min until golden and crisp.
💡 Why You’ll Love These Plant-Based Recipes
✅ 100 % vegan — no dairy, eggs, or meat
✅ High in fiber and antioxidants
✅ Crispy texture without frying
✅ Fast prep, minimal cleanup
✅ Perfect for meal prep or light dinners
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💬 Conclusion
Vegan food doesn’t have to be bland or time-consuming.
With your air fryer, you can enjoy crispy, colorful, and nourishing meals that taste indulgent — all in under 20 minutes.
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