Vegetarian Air Fryer Recipes: 6 High-Protein Meals with 25–40 g Protein
Vegetarian protein often lacks texture – and that's exactly what the air fryer adds. Tofu turns crisp, halloumi gets golden, falafel needs no deep fryer. These six bring 25–40 g protein without meat.
Air fryer basics: preheat 3 minutes, don't overfill the basket, shake or turn halfway, and spray lightly with oil instead of pouring it. Times are for a 4–6 litre basket fryer.
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1. Crispy tofu bowl
200 g tofu cubes, 200 °C for 15 minutes, on rice with edamame and peanut sauce. Roughly 38 g protein.
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2. Halloumi vegetable skewers
100 g halloumi with zucchini and peppers, 200 °C for 10 minutes, with skyr dip. Roughly 32 g protein.
3. Baked falafel
Chickpea falafel brushed with oil, 190 °C for 14 minutes, in a wrap with skyr tzatziki. Roughly 28 g protein.
4. Stuffed peppers
Peppers with lentils, quinoa and cheese, 180 °C for 15 minutes. Roughly 30 g protein.
5. Roasted cauliflower with cottage cheese
Spiced cauliflower, 200 °C for 15 minutes, on 200 g cottage cheese with chickpeas. Roughly 35 g protein.
6. Paneer tikka
150 g paneer in a yoghurt-spice marinade, 200 °C for 10 minutes. Roughly 30 g protein.
More vegetarian protein
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Protein values are approximate and vary by brand and portion. Always cook meat, fish and eggs thoroughly. If you have a medical condition or food allergy, check with a doctor or dietitian before changing your diet.
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