Sides are an easy place to keep a meal light — the air fryer crisps vegetables and potatoes with little or no oil, so you get the texture without the fat. Here are seven that suit a lower-fat, liver-friendly plate.
Key takeaways
Q: What are good low-fat air fryer sides?
A: Roasted vegetables, a light jacket potato, broccoli, carrots and beetroot all crisp up with barely any oil.
Q: How do you keep them low-fat?
A: Use a spray of oil instead of a drizzle, and skip butter and cheese toppings.
Seven low-fat sides
- Roasted Mediterranean veg — a tray of colour; recipe.
- Broccoli — crisp edges, barely any oil; recipe.
- Carrots — naturally sweet; recipe.
- Light jacket potato — skip the butter; how-to.
- Beetroot — earthy and fibre-rich; recipe.
- Green beans — quick and light; recipe.
- Corn on the cob — hold the butter; recipe.
Keeping sides light
- Spray, don't drizzle oil.
- Skip butter and cheese toppings.
- Lean on herbs and spices for flavour. See our low-fat recipes.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best low-fat air fryer sides?
Roasted vegetables, broccoli, carrots, beetroot and a light jacket potato all crisp up with little or no oil, keeping them low in fat.
How do you make air fryer sides lower in fat?
Use a spray of oil rather than a drizzle, skip butter and cheese, and flavour with herbs, spices and lemon instead.
Is this medical advice?
No. These are general lower-fat ideas. A fatty liver should be managed with your GP or dietitian, alongside guidance from the NHS and the British Liver Trust.