14 Thanksgiving vegetable sides air fryer

Your air fryer can make Thanksgiving sides faster, healthier, and just as delicious as traditional oven-baked dishes.

From crispy Brussels sprouts to caramelized carrots, these 14 air fryer vegetable sides are perfect for your Thanksgiving feast.

1. Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Brussels sprouts are packed with flavor and finished with a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts (halved)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 12–14 minutes, shaking halfway through.

3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

2. Air Fryer Green Beans with Garlic

Crisp and flavorful, these garlicky green beans are the perfect quick side to balance heavier Thanksgiving dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb green beans (trimmed)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss green beans with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.

3. Serve warm with a sprinkle of sea salt.

3. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

These sweet potato cubes come out crispy and caramelized — a perfect mix of sweet and savory for your holiday spread.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt.

2. Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes, shaking halfway.

3. Optional: Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

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4. Air Fryer Carrots with Honey Butter

Tender, buttery, and lightly caramelized, these carrots add a sweet touch to your Thanksgiving table.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb baby carrots

• 1 tbsp butter (melted)

• 1 tbsp honey

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix carrots with melted butter, honey, salt, and pepper.

2. Air fry at 380°F for 12–15 minutes.

3. Toss again before serving.

5. Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites

Golden, crisp cauliflower florets with a smoky touch — an easy, healthy side dish everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 small head cauliflower (cut into florets)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Coat cauliflower with oil and seasonings.

2. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 12 minutes, shaking halfway.

3. Serve with ranch or spicy aioli.

6. Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

Crispy broccoli tossed with olive oil and parmesan — simple, cheesy, and perfectly roasted.

Ingredients:

• 1 head broccoli (cut into florets)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss broccoli with oil, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.

2. Air fry at 380°F for 8–10 minutes.

3. Serve immediately for best crispiness.

7. Air Fryer Asparagus with Lemon Zest

Fresh asparagus roasted until tender with a bright touch of lemon and garlic for extra flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 clove garlic (minced)

Instructions:

1. Toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic, and lemon zest.

2. Air fry at 375°F for 7–8 minutes.

3. Squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving.

8. Air Fryer Butternut Squash Cubes

Sweet, tender, and lightly crisped butternut squash cubes bring cozy fall flavor to your Thanksgiving meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cubed butternut squash

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Mix squash cubes with oil, cinnamon, and salt.

2. Air fry at 390°F for 15 minutes, shaking halfway.

3. Sprinkle with brown sugar if you like it sweeter.

9. Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Crispy, herby zucchini chips are a guilt-free snack or side dish that pairs beautifully with creamy dips.

Ingredients:

• 1 large zucchini (thinly sliced)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt

Instructions:

1. Toss zucchini slices with olive oil and seasoning.

2. Air fry at 370°F for 10–12 minutes until crisp.

3. Serve warm with your favorite dip.

10. Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Perfectly roasted corn that’s buttery, juicy, and smoky — just like off the grill.

Ingredients:

• 4 corn cobs

• 1 tbsp butter (melted)

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Brush corn with butter and seasonings.

2. Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, turning halfway.

3. Sprinkle with herbs or parmesan before serving.

11. Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

Juicy mushrooms filled with herbed breadcrumbs and cheese make an elegant Thanksgiving appetizer or side.

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushrooms (stems removed)

• ¼ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp parsley

Instructions:

1. Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, oil, and parsley.

2. Stuff each mushroom cap and place in air fryer.

3. Cook at 370°F for 8 minutes until golden.

12. Air Fryer Roasted Bell Peppers

Sweet roasted peppers add color and flavor to your Thanksgiving table, pairing well with turkey and potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 3 bell peppers (sliced)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss sliced peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Air fry at 390°F for 10–12 minutes.

3. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

13. Air Fryer Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Crispy golden potatoes with garlic and herbs — a comforting classic made faster in the air fryer.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• ½ tsp rosemary

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss potatoes with oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.

2. Air fry at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway.

3. Sprinkle with extra herbs before serving.

14. Air Fryer Mixed Veggie Medley

A colorful blend of seasonal veggies that roasts to perfection — a simple and wholesome finish for your Thanksgiving meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt, pepper, and herbs to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss all vegetables with olive oil and seasonings.

2. Air fry at 390°F for 12–14 minutes, shaking halfway.

3. Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.