Assorted Roasted Vegetables in Air Fryer
Warm Roasted Vegetable Medley: A Delightful Air Fryer Dish
Roasted vegetables are delicious on their own, but they become even more delightful when paired with a sauce or served atop salads or wraps. This recipe allows you to savor the inherent, mild flavor of the ingredients with minimal seasoning. It’s a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy a variety of vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1/3 zucchini
- 1/3 eggplant
- 1 king oyster mushroom
- 1/2 bell pepper
- 5 cloves garlic
Seasoning
- 1-2 Tbsp coconut oil
- Pinch of salt or herb salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1-2 Tbsp coconut oil
- Pinch of salt or herb salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing all your vegetables. Dice them into bite-sized, uniform cubes (approximately 2-3 cm). This ensures they cook evenly. The garlic cloves can be left whole or sliced thinly.
Step 2
Place the diced vegetables and garlic into a mixing bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. Season with a pinch of salt (or herb salt) and a pinch of black pepper. Gently toss or massage the ingredients to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning. Using a plastic bag makes this step particularly easy.
Step 3
Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper. Arrange the seasoned vegetables in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded or overlapping. This allows hot air to circulate effectively for a better roast. Place the basket in your preheated air fryer set to 200°C (400°F) and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 4
After the initial 10 minutes, carefully remove the basket and give the vegetables a good shake or stir. This ensures even cooking and browning. Return the basket to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5 minutes at 200°C (400°F). Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your specific air fryer model and the amount of vegetables used, so feel free to add a few more minutes if needed until they reach your desired tenderness and color.
Step 5
Pro Tip: For king oyster mushrooms, slicing them lengthwise or into decorative shapes rather than cubing them can help retain their juices and enhance their chewy texture, leading to a richer flavor.
Step 6
Using an air fryer makes it easy to enjoy the natural sweetness and healthy essence of the vegetables with minimal oil. It’s a wonderfully simple way to create a satisfying vegetable dish.
Step 7
And there you have it! Your vibrant and delicious roasted vegetable medley is ready. As they roast, the vegetables develop a more intense color and their inherent sweetness and savory notes become more pronounced. Enjoy them immediately while warm, or enhance the flavor by serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
