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18 Air Fryer Sides That Prove Crispy Is a Love Language

Published: Nov 2, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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If your air fryer had a fan club, these recipes would be the reason why. These 18 sides deliver that irresistible crunch without the greasy guilt—think fries that stay crisp, veggies that actually taste exciting, and snacks that make you forget the main dish. Perfect for weeknights, game nights, or “I just need something crunchy” moments, these sides are pure crispy perfection.

Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts in a white bowl with a spoon.
Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making frozen Brussel sprouts in the air fryer is so easy you won’t even believe it! In about 15 minutes from freezer to air fryer, you'll have perfectly cooked Brussel sprouts!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

Air Fryer Radishes

Air Fryer Radishes with parsley, salt, and pepper in a white bowl with a spoon.
Air Fryer Radishes. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Air Fryer Radishes are incredibly easy to make and require only a few ingredients. They're a great low carb and low calorie side dish. They also spruce up your plate with color!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Radishes

Air Fryer Peppers and Onions

Air Fryer Peppers and Onions in an air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Peppers and Onions. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Air Fryer Peppers and Onions are so sweet and flavorful! They are incredibly easy to make and done in about 10 minutes! Cooking peppers and onions in the Air Fryer is so easy!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Peppers and Onions

Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash

Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash on a white plate with parsley, salt, and pepper.
Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash is a delicious side dish and easy low carb recipe. It's a good low carb alternative to pasta and great for those following a keto or paleo diet! BONUS it's super easy to make and done in less than 20 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash

Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes

Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes in a white ramekin topped with sour cream and green onions.
Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes at home in just minutes with this tasty Taco Bell copycat recipe! Enjoy crispy, spicy potatoes covered with nacho cheese sauce.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes

Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Air fried red potatoes in an air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Red Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer red potatoes are almost effortless to make, healthy, delicious, and the perfect side dish for your next meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Golden roasted air fryer baby potatoes on a serving plate with a wooden and metal spoon.
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Air fryer baby potatoes are roasted until crispy perfection on the outside with a creamy and buttery tender middle.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli

Frozen broccoli florets roasted on an air fryer tray.
Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Keeping frozen broccoli on hand is a great option for an easy side dish but no one enjoys eating it as mush! This air fryer frozen broccoli recipe results in crispy seasoned broccoli florets everyone will love! It’s easy, quick and will instantly become a favorite.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli

Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Two crispy air fryer hasselback potatoes with chives, garlic and butter on a white plate.
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Golden brown with crispy buttery edges, these hasselback potatoes made in the air fryer are the ultimate side dish. Seasoned simply with garlic, salt, pepper and fresh chives, they pair perfectly with almost any meal and couldn’t be easier to make!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Air Fryer Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Closeup of crispy smashed potatoes with dill and chili slices.
Air Fryer Crispy Smashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These crispy smashed potatoes eliminate the need to boil and fry your potatoes by completing both of those steps in the air fryer. Crispy, creamy, and incredibly easy to make, these air fryer smashed potatoes are a versatile side for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

Closeup of fingerling potatoes roasted in air fryer coated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and thyme dressing.
Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These crispy, light, creamy air fryer fingerling potatoes come together in 20 minutes for an easy, versatile side.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

Ninja Woodfire Grill Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes on a platter.
Ninja Woodfire Grill Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

So easy and so good, these simple potatoes are all about flavor and texture! With oodles of crispy bits on the edges and soft fluffy potatoes inside, these amazing potatoes are the best of both worlds!
Get the Recipe: Ninja Woodfire Grill Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle

Sweet potato casserole in a blue dish.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

The taste of air fryer sweet potato soufflé is nothing short of heavenly. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and creamy, with a hint of warm spices and a satisfying crunch from the pecan topping.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle

Air Fryer Glazed Carrots

Air fryer glazed carrots in a bowl with parsley.
Air Fryer Glazed Carrots. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Ready in no time, these delicious Air Fryer Glazed Carrots are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a weeknight dinner or a festive holiday meal. The sweetness of the glaze pairs beautifully with the natural flavor of the carrots, and the best part is it’s a dish that comes together quickly in your air fryer, making it an easy yet impressive addition to your dinner table.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Glazed Carrots

Air Fryer Glazed Carrots

Diced and whole carrots in an air fryer basket on a wooden surface.
Air Fryer Glazed Carrots. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Are you craving a side dish that’s both satisfying and sweet? These air fryer carrots have just the right amount of brown sugar, butter and honey to turn this simple vegetable into a gourmet dish worthy of a sophisticated dinner party, a holiday get together or a simple weeknight dinner at home.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Glazed Carrots

Air Fryer Baked Potato

Three baked potatoes with seasoned skin in an air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Baked Potato. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Once you learn how to make a baked potato in the air fryer, you’ll never go back to cooking them in a microwave oven or, gasp, a regular oven. You won’t believe how great they taste.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Potato

Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Cubed tofu garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, served on a plate with a bowl of red dipping sauce, topped with sesame seeds.
Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Air fryer tofu nuggets are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Plus, they're also vegan-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Japanese Sweet Potato Air Fryer (Easy and Sweet!)

Sweet Japanese sweet potatoes roasted in the air fryer.
Japanese Sweet Potato Air Fryer (Easy and Sweet!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Air fryer Japanese sweet potato! With minimal ingredients and minimal effort, this recipe is perfect for anyone craving a flavorful side dish.
Get the Recipe: Japanese Sweet Potato Air Fryer (Easy and Sweet!)

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