Description
A vibrant and healthy medley of seasoned vegetables air fried to perfection, showcasing tender-crisp textures and enhanced flavors with a hint of lemon and optional Parmesan or parsley garnish. This easy recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light main, packed with nutrients and cooked quickly using the air fryer.
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 for a few minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, carrot, broccoli, and cauliflower into the specified sizes to ensure uniform cooking.
- Season the vegetables: In a large bowl, toss all the chopped vegetables with extra-virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper, making sure everything is evenly coated.
- Arrange for air frying: Place the seasoned vegetables in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to promote even crisping and browning.
- Cook the vegetables: Air fry the vegetables for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure all pieces cook evenly and develop a tender yet lightly browned texture.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked vegetables to a serving dish, squeeze fresh lemon juice over them, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- You can substitute or add other vegetables like asparagus or cherry tomatoes depending on availability.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to suit your taste preferences.
- Optional Parmesan and parsley add a lovely touch of flavor, but the dish is delicious on its own for a vegan option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer to maintain crispness.
