Air Fryer Sides Recipes

Air Fryer Breaded Mushy Pea Fritters

Crisp, breaded fritters with a soft, savoury mushy pea centre, ideal for serving as a comforting appetiser or side dish from the air fryer.

Asparagus spears

Air fryer asparagus spears stay crisp, bright green and full of fresh flavour. A quick, simple side for spring meals or weeknight dinners.

Bacon-wrapped asparagus

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in smoky bacon and cooked in the air fryer until crisp at the edges — a simple side or savoury nibble.

Baked Scotch Bonnet Sweet Potato Wedges

Sweet potato wedges get a bold Scotch bonnet kick in this fiery air fryer side, ideal when you want something spicy and a little different.

Baked Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes turn tender and naturally sweet in the air fryer, making a fuss-free, nourishing side for a wide range of meals.

Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts get a tangy balsamic glaze in this simple air fryer side, making them a flavour-packed addition to roasts, weeknight dinners or festive spreads.

Blackberry Honey Glazed Parsnips

Air-fried parsnips with a gentle blackberry honey glaze, giving classic roasted veg a fruity sweetness and golden finish.

Brussel sprouts with bacon

Air fryer Brussels sprouts tossed with bacon for a simple savoury side, with crisp edges and smoky flavour that pairs well with a roast or midweek dinner.

Bubble and Squeak Croquettes

Crisp air fryer croquettes made from leftover bubble and squeak vegetables, turning a classic fridge-clearer into a golden, savoury snack or side.

Carrot fries

Turn everyday carrots into crisp, golden fries in the air fryer for a simple veg side or snack with a naturally sweet bite.

Cauliflower Cheese Croquettes

Soft, cheesy cauliflower meets a crisp golden coating in these air-fried cauliflower cheese croquettes, a fun twist on classic British comfort food.

Charred Brussels Sprouts

Air-fried Brussels sprouts with crisp, charred edges and a deeply savoury flavour, ideal as a simple side dish or wholesome snack.

Chipotle Honey-Glazed Carrots

Sweet honey-glazed carrots with smoky chipotle and a gentle kick, cooked in the air fryer for a vibrant side that pairs well with all sorts of mains.

Corn on the cob

Air fryer corn on the cob comes out tender and makes a simple, healthy side for barbecues, roasts or weeknight dinners.

Courgette Fritters

These air fryer courgette fritters make a wholesome little dish with crisp edges and plenty of veg, ideal as a light bite or part of a balanced meal.

Crispy Air Fryer Swede Chips

Swede chips offer a firmer bite and a lightly sweet, peppery flavour, making them a delightful alternative to potato chips. The air fryer enhances their texture by quickly drying the surfaces while using minimal oil for browning.

Crispy Caramelised Shallots

Sweet, savoury shallots crisped in the air fryer for a golden, caramelised crunch. Scatter them over salads, soups, noodles or roasted veg.

Crispy Garlic and Herb Mushrooms

Golden air fryer mushrooms coated with garlic and herbs for a crisp, savoury bite. Serve them as a quick appetiser or a simple side dish.

Crispy Honey-Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Air fryer Brussels sprouts with crisp edges and a glossy honey-balsamic glaze, bringing a sweet-sharp finish to a simple vegetable side.

Crispy Lemon Asparagus

Bright lemon asparagus cooked in the air fryer until crisp-tender, ideal as a quick green side for spring meals or weeknight dinners.

Crispy Lemon Pepper Brussel Sprouts

Crispy Brussels sprouts with a lemon pepper twist, featuring dark, frilly edges and a sharp citrus finish, made effortlessly in an air fryer.

Crispy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

Air fryer Brussel sprouts with golden, crispy edges and a savoury Parmesan coating — a simple side that feels a little bit special.

Crispy Parmesan Parsnip Fries

Parsnip fries crisp up beautifully in the air fryer with fragrant herbs and a savoury parmesan coating, making a lighter alternative to classic chips.

Crispy Polenta Croutons

Crispy polenta croutons offer a delightful texture contrast with a shattering exterior and a creamy centre, ideal for topping soups or salads. The air fryer ensures they brown beautifully without excess oil.

Crispy Potato Pancakes

Golden, crunchy potato pancakes made in the air fryer, ideal for a hearty breakfast or served as a savoury side with your favourite meal.

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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Golden, crunchy-edged smashed potatoes made simply in the air fryer — a tasty side dish when you want crisp potatoes with fluffy centres.

Crispy Tempura Vegetables

Light, crisp tempura vegetables cooked in the air fryer for a quick snack or simple side, with that satisfying delicate crunch.

Crispy Vegetable Tempura

Light, crisp vegetable tempura made in the air fryer, ideal for serving as a snack, starter or side with your favourite dipping sauce.

Eggplant fries

Crisp air fryer eggplant fries with a savoury flavour make a lighter alternative to classic potato fries, ideal as a snack or side.

Flatbread

Simple air fryer flatbread with a tasty finish, handy when you want homemade bread without turning on the oven.

Garlic bread

Classic garlic bread comes out crisp on the outside and soft in the middle in the air fryer, with a buttery garlic centre that makes it a brilliant side.

Harissa Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes tossed with smoky harissa for a spicy-sweet side, with crisp golden edges from the air fryer.

Honey Roast Parsnip Chips

Golden parsnip chips with a sweet honey-roast glaze, made simply in the air fryer for a lovely side dish or snack.

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Honey Sriracha Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Crisp-edged air fryer Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet, spicy honey sriracha glaze for a bold side dish with tender centres.

Lemon and Herb Roasted Potatoes

Crisp air fryer roasted potatoes tossed with bright lemon and herbs, making a simple side for roasts, grilled dishes or weeknight dinners.

Miso Glazed Aubergine Bites

Savoury, gently sweet aubergine bites with a Japanese-inspired miso glaze, cooked in the air fryer for an easy side or colourful addition to meals.

Moroccan Spiced Pumpkin Fries

Discover a unique twist on pumpkin with these Moroccan spiced fries, offering a perfect balance of spices and sweetness, ideal for air frying.

Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Bites

Carrot bites tossed with Moroccan spices for a vibrant, aromatic snack or side. The air fryer helps them cook into a simple, healthier nibble or accompaniment.

Peri Peri Spiced Potato Wedges

These peri peri spiced potato wedges boast crisp, bronzed edges and a fluffy middle, with spices that cling perfectly thanks to the air fryer's fast convection.

Roasted Aubergine

Simple roasted aubergine made in the air fryer, giving you tender, tasty pieces with the classic roasted flavour and very little fuss.

Roasted broccoli

Crisp-tender air-fried broccoli with roasted edges, made for a quick, healthy side dish that pairs easily with everyday dinners.

Roasted Carrot and Parsnip Fries

Sweet carrot and earthy parsnip are cut into fries and roasted in the air fryer for a simple, healthier side dish or snack.

Roasted Cauliflower Florets

Cauliflower florets roast beautifully in the air fryer, turning crisp at the edges while keeping a lovely savoury flavour.

Roasted Celeriac Wedges

Celeriac wedges turn golden and savoury in the air fryer, making a wholesome alternative to the usual fried snacks.

Roasted Garlic and Herb Potatoes

Crisp-edged air fryer potatoes tossed with roasted garlic and herbs, making a simple savoury side for roasts, grills or weeknight dinners.

Roasted Garlic and Thyme Parsnip Fries

Parsnip fries with roasted garlic and thyme, cooked in the air fryer for a flavour-packed alternative to regular chips or a simple side dish.

Roasted Garlic Brie Potatoes

Comforting air fryer potatoes tossed with roasted garlic and creamy brie, ideal as a rich side dish or cosy sharing plate.

Roasted Parsnips

Sweet, golden roasted parsnips made in the air fryer for a nourishing side dish that’s simple to serve with a roast dinner or midweek meal.

Rosemary and Chive Scones

Savoury rosemary and chive scones with crisp air-fryer edges, ideal for afternoon tea, brunch or serving warm with butter.

Rosemary Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots

Sweet honey-glazed carrots with fragrant rosemary, roasted in the air fryer until tender and caramelised. A simple side dish for roasts, weeknights or festive meals.

Salt and Herb Crusted New Potatoes

New potatoes get a crisp salt and herb crust in the air fryer, making a simple, well-seasoned side for everyday meals or weekend spreads.

Smoked Paprika Hasselback Potatoes

Hasselback potatoes achieve a perfect balance of crispy edges and a soft centre, enhanced by smoked paprika and cooked efficiently in an air fryer.

Smoky Harissa Roasted Carrots

Carrots roasted with smoky harissa until tender and full of flavour, made fuss-free in the air fryer and smart enough to serve to guests.

Spaghetti squash

Air-fried spaghetti squash turns tender and strand-like, making a light, low-carb swap for pasta when you want something wholesome and simple.

Spicy Cajun Sweet Potato Wedges

Crisp air fryer sweet potato wedges with a spicy Cajun kick, ideal as a full-flavoured side or snack.

Spicy Coconut Green Beans

Green beans tossed with spicy coconut flavours and finished in the air fryer for a quick, lighter side dish with plenty of punch.

Sriracha Honey Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts get a sweet, spicy glaze with honey and Sriracha in this simple air fryer side dish.

Stilton and Apple Stuffed Mushrooms

Juicy mushrooms filled with tangy Stilton and sweet apple, then cooked in the air fryer for a simple starter, snack or savoury side.

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Artichokes

Artichokes stuffed with tangy goat’s cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, then cooked in the air fryer for a flavour-packed vegetarian starter or side.

Sweet potato fries

Air fryer sweet potato fries are a lighter swap for regular chips, with crisp edges and a naturally sweet flavour that works well as a side or snack.