Healthy Air Fryer Vegetable Recipes for Kids

Making vegetables fun for kids is easy! Here are some specially designed air fryer vegetable recipes that are colorful, crispy, nutritious, and delicious.

🥕 Basic Veggie Chips

Ingredients:

• 1 carrot (cut into thin strips)
• ½ zucchini (sliced thinly)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• A pinch of salt (optional)
• 1 tsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Toss the cut vegetables in a bowl with olive oil.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.
3. Add the vegetables and air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese for extra flavor before serving.

🌽 Sweet Corn Stars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• ½ tsp melted butter
• A pinch of paprika (for color)

Instructions:

1. Mix the corn kernels with melted butter.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F).
3. Air fry the corn at 200°C (390°F) for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
4. Sprinkle with a little paprika and use a star-shaped cookie cutter for a fun presentation.

🥦 Cheesy Broccoli Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 small head of broccoli (cut into small florets)
• 2 tbsp cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes)
• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
• 1 egg (beaten)

Instructions:

1. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1 minute, drain, and chop finely.
2. Mix the broccoli, cheese, breadcrumbs, and egg.
3. Shape into small balls.
4. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

🍠 Rainbow Veggie Skewers

Ingredients:

• ¼ red bell pepper (cut into chunks)
• ¼ yellow bell pepper (cut into chunks)
• ½ purple sweet potato (cut into chunks and steamed until soft)
• A few small broccoli florets

• 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Thread the vegetable chunks onto small skewers in alternating colors.
2. Brush lightly with olive oil.
3. Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 8-10 minutes.
4. Serve with a yogurt dipping sauce.

🌟 Tips

1. Let kids help with preparation—they’re more likely to eat what they "made."
2. Use fun-shaped cookie cutters to make veggies more appealing.
3. Pair with their favorite healthy dips (like yogurt sauce or ketchup).
4. Start with mild flavors and gradually introduce more variety.
5. Adjust cooking time based on preference—add 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.

These recipes are not only packed with nutrients but also use minimal oil, making them a healthy and tasty snack or side dish for kids!