A tray of roasted veg is the easiest healthy side there is, and the air fryer gives crisper, more caramelised edges than the oven in less time. The trick is grouping veg by how long they take. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How long do roasted vegetables take in an air fryer?
A: Air fry a vegetable medley at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes, shaking, until caramelised.
Q: How do you cook different veg evenly?
A: Add the slower, denser veg first and the quicker veg partway through.
The best mix
Mix colours and textures — peppers, courgette, red onion, cherry tomatoes for quick-cooking; add denser veg like sweet potato or carrot earlier as they take longer. Cut everything roughly the same size, toss with oil and herbs, and stagger by density.
The recipe
Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 pepper, 1 courgette, 1 red onion
- 1 carrot, cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil, herbs
- Salt & pepper
Method
- Add denser veg (carrot) first for 5 minutes.
- Add the rest; air fry at 200°C for 13–15 min.
- Shake a couple of times.
- Finish with herbs.
Tips
- Same-size pieces cook evenly.
- Stagger by density — slower veg first.
- Don't overcrowd for caramelised, not steamed, veg.
Frequently asked questions
How long do roasted vegetables take in an air fryer?
A mixed medley takes 15–20 minutes at 200°C, shaking, until caramelised. Denser veg like carrot and sweet potato need a head start.
How do you roast different vegetables evenly?
Cut everything roughly the same size and stagger by density — add slower, denser veg first and quicker veg like courgette and tomato partway through.
Are air fryer roasted vegetables healthy?
Very — they need only a little oil, keep their nutrients, and the air fryer caramelises them for great flavour with minimal fat.