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Crispy Air-Fried Beets topped with vegan feta cheese

Crispy Air-Fried Beets

  • Author: Meatless Makeovers
  • Prep Time: 5 min.
  • Roasting: 50 min.
  • Cook Time: 20 min.
  • Total Time: 25 min. (+ Roasting Time, if needed)
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
  • Category: Side, Appetizer
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A vegan and gluten-free side with an amazing crispy texture. Smashed and air-fried beets are topped with feta cheese for a flavor explosion!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 Beets (Roasted and Peeled. Try this recipe for Easy Roasted Beets)
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Vegan Feta Cheese (Crumbled)

Fresh Garnish:

  • Green Onion (Sliced)
  • Basil (Lightly Chopped)

Instructions

  1. Roast and peel the beets as per this Easy Roasted Beet recipe or buy already roasted beets. 
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. 
  3. Add 1 tsp of oil to the air fryer and then add the whole beets into the fryer. 
  4. Using a potato masher, carefully squish the beets into the air fryer. Drizzle the remaining oil on the top of the beets. 
  5. Allow to fry for 20 minutes or until the beets become darker with crispy parts. 
  6. Carefully remove the beets from the air fryer and place on a serving platter. Crumble vegan feta on top of the beets as well as sliced green onion and basil. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

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Keywords: Air-Fried Beets, Crispy Air-Fryer Beet Recipe, Vegan Beet Recipe