Easy Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe
A quick and healthy way to enjoy crispy, golden potato wedges with minimal oil. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Servings: 4
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes about 1 lb / 450 g
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: garlic powder onion powder, cayenne, Parmesan, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Wash and cut potatoes into even wedges.
- Soak in cold water for 20–30 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Toss wedges in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place wedges in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy wedges, soak longer (up to 1 hour).
- Don’t overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Try variations like spicy wedges (with cayenne) or cheesy wedges (with Parmesan).
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 375°F for 5 minutes.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 cup serving)
- Calories: ~180
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Potassium: 750 mg
- Vitamin C: 15% DV
- Vitamin B6: 20% DV