Healthy air fryer recipes for the holidays
Air fryers are having a moment.
And why not? They “fry” foods quickly, giving them a toasty exterior with minimal or no oil. The secret to this method is the fan that circulates hot air at a high speed.1 It can reduce cooking time by 20%.2
Holiday meal season is when the side dishes shine. While some air fryers have a “bake” setting, it is probably not the place to cook a turkey, ham or roast. But it can be perfect for side dishes.
Read on to discover delicious air fryer recipes for the holidays.
These will become your favorite brussels sprouts in a snap.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Toss brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper and onion powder.
- Arrange in a single layer in air fryer basket.
- Cook at 350°F until sprouts are crisp, 20 to 25 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 80 Calories
- 4g Total Fat
- 1g Saturated Fat
- 176mg Sodium
- 0mg Cholesterol
- 11g Total Carbs
- 4g Fiber
- 3g Sugars
- 4g Protein
- 445mg Potassium
Replace your marshmallow-topped casserole with these crispy, caramelized wedges.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Toss sweet potato wedges with oil and spices.
- Spread wedges in a single layer in the fry basket (you may need to do two batches).
- Cook at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes, until crispy, tossing halfway through.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 165 Calories
- 4g Total Fat
- 1g Saturated Fat
- 158mg Sodium
- 0mg Cholesterol
- 32g Total Carbs
- 5g Fiber
- 1g Sugars
- 2g Protein
- 930mg Potassium
These are a low-carb substitute for green bean casseroles. Can’t break with tradition? These crunchy beans make a great appetizer, snack or side dish.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Place the green beans in a medium bowl and toss with the olive oil, chili garlic paste, panko breadcrumbs and salt.
- Place the green beans in the air fryer basket.
- Set the temperature to 400° F and air fry for 4 minutes. Shake the air fryer basket. Air fry for an additional 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 60 Calories
- 4g Total Fat
- 1g Saturated Fat
- 160mg Sodium
- 0mg Cholesterol
- 7g Total Carbs
- 2g Fiber
- 1g Sugars
- 2g Protein
- 115mg Potassium
For a quick and easy breakfast on a holiday (or the day after), the air fryer crisps these cups up in minutes. Replace the ham with leftover veggies to make it vegetarian.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer, with the air fryer basket in place, to 375°F.
- Spray 4 (8-ounce) oven-proof custard cups or ramekins with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread one side of the bread with the butter substitute. Place the bread, spread side down, into a ramekin and press gently to shape the bread into the cup. Repeat three more times.
- Slice the ham into strips about ½ -inch wide. Place the strips in a single layer in the cups.
- Crack one egg into each cup. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the filled, uncovered custard cups in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10–13 minutes or until the eggs are softly set or done as desired.*
- Carefully remove each ramekin from the air fryer basket. Using a hot pad, hold each cup carefully and run a knife around its sides to transfer to a plate.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 150 Calories
- 8g Total Fat
- 3g Saturated Fat
- 410mg Sodium
- 195mg Cholesterol
- 6g Total Carbs
- 1g Fiber
- 1g Sugars
- 12g Protein
- 135mg Potassium
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1https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/reasons-to-love-your-new-air-fryer
2https://www.airfryercalculator.com/
3https://www.diabetesfoodhub.org/recipes/air-fryer-spicy-green-beans.html
4https://www.diabetesfoodhub.org/recipes/air-fryer-crisp-egg-cups.html
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