Easy Make-Ahead Snacks & Reheatable Casseroles for Busy Weeks
Tired of spending hours in the kitchen? An air fryer is your secret weapon for quick, healthy, and delicious vegan meal prep! From crispy snacks to hearty casseroles, these oil-free, plant-based recipes will save you time while keeping your meals exciting.
I’ve rounded up the best air fryer meal prep ideas—all inspired by What’s Baking—so you can enjoy flavorful, ready-to-eat vegan meals all week long. Let’s get prepping!
Why Air Fryer Meal Prep?
✅ Faster than oven baking – Cooks food in half the time!
✅ Healthier than frying – Crispy results with little to no oil
✅ Perfect for batch cooking – Make snacks and mains ahead
✅ Easy reheating – No soggy leftovers!
5 Must-Try Vegan Air Fryer Meal Prep Recipes
1. Crispy Air Fryer Falafel (Meal Prep Star!)
These protein-packed falafel balls stay crispy for days—perfect for salads, wraps, or snacking!
Why You’ll Love Them:
🌱 Chickpea-powered – 8g protein per serving
🌱 Oil-free but still crunchy – Thanks to the air fryer!
🌱 Freezer-friendly – Reheat straight from frozen
Meal Prep Tip:
• Make a big batch and store in the fridge (4 days) or freezer (1 month).
• Pair with hummus and pita for quick lunches!
2. Sweet Potato & Black Bean Taquitos
These crispy rolled tacos are filled with spiced sweet potatoes and black beans—kid-approved!
Why They Rock for Meal Prep:
🥑 Customizable fillings – Swap beans for lentils or tofu
🥑 Perfect for dipping – Serve with cashew queso or guac
🥑 Reheat beautifully – 3 mins in the air fryer revives the crunch
Make-Ahead Hack:
• Assemble taquitos and freeze unbaked.
• Cook from frozen (add 2 extra minutes).
3. Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Game Day Favorite!)
Spicy, tangy, and totally addictive—these wing-style cauliflower bites are a crowd-pleaser.
Meal Prep Perks:
🔥 3-ingredient sauce – Hot sauce + butter + garlic
🔥 Great hot or cold – Pack in lunch boxes with ranch
🔥 Big-batch friendly – Double the recipe for parties
Storage Tip:
• Keep sauce separate until ready to eat to maintain crispness.
4. Air Fryer Vegetable Egg Rolls
These cabbage-and-carrot stuffed rolls taste like takeout but are way healthier!
Why Prep These:
🥬 Veggie-loaded – Sneak in extra fiber
🥬 Freezer hero – Stash uncooked rolls for later
🥬 Dip-able – Perfect with sweet chili sauce
Pro Technique:
• Brush wrappers with cornstarch slurry (not oil) for ultra-crisp results.
5. Lentil & Mushroom Stuffed Peppers
A complete protein-packed meal that reheats like a dream!
Meal Prep Magic:
🍄 Umami flavor bomb – Mushrooms + lentils = meaty texture
🍄 All-in-one meal – Carbs, veggies, and protein
🍄 Fridge/freezer champ – Lasts 5 days or freeze for 3 months
Serving Idea:
• Top with cashew sour cream when reheating.
Air Fryer Meal Prep Pro Tips
Best Foods to Prep in Advance
✔ Crispy veggies – Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, zucchini
✔ Plant proteins – Tofu, tempeh, falafel
✔ Handheld snacks – Taquitos, egg rolls, samosas
Storage & Reheating Guide
FoodFridge (Days)Freezer (Months)Reheat TimeFalafel413-4 mins @ 375°FTaquitos325 mins @ 400°FStuffed Peppers538 mins @ 350°F
Key Reheating Tip:
• Always preheat air fryer for crispier results.
• Add a spritz of water to prevent drying out.
Final Thoughts
With these air fryer vegan meal prep ideas, you’ll spend less time cooking and more time enjoying delicious, healthy plant-based meals. Whether you’re craving crispy falafel, spicy buffalo bites, or hearty stuffed peppers, your air fryer makes it easy!
Which recipe will you try first? Let me know in the comments! For more easy vegan air fryer recipes, visit What’s Baking.
Don’t forget to pin this guide for your next prep day! 🌱♻️