Air fryer beets are one of my favorite ways to cook this vibrant root vegetable. The outsides become golden and crispy, and the insides become sweet and tender. Best of all — they’re done in half the time of the oven roasted version!

I’m always looking for ways to incorporate more beets into my diet as they’re packed with nutrients. And while I’ve got a great recipe for roasted beets, I’ve been using my air fryer more often lately and tossing in all of my favorite vegetables – making air fryer carrots, air fryer broccoli, and air fryer cauliflower.

Needless to say, my air fryer has quickly become a much loved tool in my kitchen, and you can’t deny a time saving method – these air fryer beets are done in about 20 minutes compared to one hour in the oven!

But what makes these roasted air fryer beets extra delicious is the homemade garlic aioli sauce that I serve alongside them. You get sweet, creamy, and garlicky flavors all in one bite!

Ingredients for Air Fryer Beets

• Beets: These hearty root vegetables are technically available year-round. But, their prime time is during the winter months when they are sweet and vibrant. And if you want to use golden beets instead of red beets, feel free to swap them in!
• Seasoning: We’re letting the beets shine here, so all you need is olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Find the printable recipe with measurements below

How To Cook Beets In The Air Fryer

Slice and toss the beets. Carefully peel and slice each beet into eight pieces (they should look like mini wedges). Then, toss the beets with oil, salt, and black pepper. Be aware that your hands and cutting board can stain easily from the beets! To avoid that, wash your hands immediately after prepping them.

Air fry the beets. Transfer the beets to your air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 18 to 20 minutes at 390°F (200°C). Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches as you don’t want to crowd your beets.

Ready to serve. Once the beets are fork-tender, remove them from the air fryer and serve! You can eat air fryer beets on their own with how tasty they are. But if you want to go the extra step, I highly recommend the garlic aioli, or adding feta cheese or crumbled goat cheese on top!

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• Roasted Beet Hummus: If you love hummus, this roasted beet version is one you’ll make again and again!
• Roasted Beet and Kale Salad: The ultimate winter salad with tender beets, goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, dried cranberries, and hearty kale.