Vegan Buffalo Veggies
Vegan buffalo veggies are a spicy, plant-based alternative to buffalo wings made with roasted or air-fried vegetables tossed in tangy buffalo sauce. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, they’re crispy, bold, and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (or broccoli, zucchini, Brussels sprouts)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
- 2 tbsp vegan butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss vegetables with oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread evenly on a baking sheet or in an air fryer basket.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes (or air fry 15–18 minutes), flipping halfway, until crispy and tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together buffalo hot sauce and melted vegan butter.
- Toss roasted veggies in buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with vegan ranch or blue cheese dip.
Notes
- Use different veggies like broccoli, zucchini, or Brussels sprouts.
- Add cayenne or smoked paprika for extra spice.
- Toss veggies in cornstarch before roasting for more crispiness.
- Serve as tacos with lettuce, avocado, and vegan ranch.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer for best results; avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/vegan-buffalo-veggies/
