These Healthy Air Fryer Falafel Are The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of
These patties are great over a salad or on a sandwich if you're looking for a meatless option. There's an air fryer cooking method that makes them crispy on the outside and moist on the inside!
Per serving: 85 calories, 3 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 9 g carbs, 1.5 g sugar, 200 mg sodium, 3.5 g fiber, 2.5 g protein
These crispy, dippable fries count as a serving of veggies, and are so good even your kids might eat them. If you want to cut some fat, swap the aioli for Greek yogurt-based dipping sauce.
Per serving: 433 calories, 35 g car (4 g saturated), 21 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 285 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 9 g protein
Cooking a whole turkey may only be appropriate during the holidays, but a single turkey breast is a healthy option all year long. This one comes out super-tender, and makes great sandwiches the next day.
Per serving: 226 calories, 10 g fat (2.5 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 296 mg sodium, 32.5 g protein
This "kid food" is totally appropriate for adults. These nuggets are made with whole-wheat breadcrumbs and Parmesan, so they're flavorful with a little bit of crunch.
Per serving: 188 calories, 4.5 g fat (1 g saturated), 8 g carbs, 0.5 g sugar, 427 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 25 g protein
The perfect side dish for pretty much any main, sweet potatoes deliver healthy carbs and tons of nutrients in a single bite. The air-fried version is a little bit lower in fat than regular sweet potato fries, but you won't notice the difference.
Per serving: 221 calories, 5 g fat (0 g saturated), 42 g carbs, 7 g sugar, 302 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 3 g protein
Chicken is great, but give the other white meat a try by adding pork chops to next week's meal plan.
Per serving: 378 calories, 13 g fat (3 g saturated), 8 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 373 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 33 g protein
Sick of eggs? Try these air fryer sausages for breakfast, which are made with pre-seasoned breakfast sausage meat plus a whole bunch of other seasoning.
Per serving: 126 calories, 4.5 g fat (1 g saturated), 11.5 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 85 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 11 g protein
The air fryer gives this "roasted" broccoli an extra crisp, while Asian condiments like soy sauce and rice vinegar add a ton of flavor.
Per serving: 154 calories, 11 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 11 g carbs, 5 g sugar, 318 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 6.5 g protein
These tender salmon cakes are made with mashed avocado, tapioca starch, and flaked coconut instead of the traditional flour and breadcrumbs. To cut back on sodium, omit salt from the recipe and season the finished cakes to taste instead.
Per serving: 519 calories, 29 g fat (10.5 g saturated), 26.5 g carbs, 0.5 g sugar, 981 mg sodium, 11 g fiber, 41 g protein
These sprouts are covered in flavorful herbs and spices, and have just enough crispy leaves to be delicious without tasting too bitter.
Per serving: 79 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated), 12 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 154 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein
These crunchy, fiber-packed chickpeas make the perfect snack, but are also great as a salad topper.
Per serving: 197 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated). 27 g carbs, 3 g sugar, 424 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 8 g protein
Baking a sweet potato in the air fryer takes about 40 minutes, slightly less time than it would take in the oven. The skin comes out a little crispy, while the insides are creamy. Cut back on the salt in the recipe if you're watching your sodium intake.
Per serving: 153 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated), 26 g carbs, 5 g sugar, 846 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein
Cooking salmon in the air fryer is less messy than pan-searing it on the stovetop, and you don't run the risk of it drying out in the oven.
Per serving: 350 calories, 23 g fat (5 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 197 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 35 g protein
Hate soggy tofu? Make it in the air fryer and you'll get the outside perfectly crispy.
Per serving: 159 calories, 9 g fat (2 g saturated), 7 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 370 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 14 g protein
Potatoes are rich in potassium and healthy carbs, making these "fries" a perfect healthy side dish.
Per serving: 278 calories, 10 g fat (1 g saturated), 39 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 31 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 8 g protein
Whether you're a vegetarian, or just don't feel like chicken, these buffalo cauliflower bites are a worthy substitute.
Per serving: 201 calories, 16 g fat (4 g saturated), 11 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 366 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein
An easy vegan side dish made with non-dairy milk and yogurt.
Per serving: 121 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated), 22 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 315 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 5 g protein
Throw a seasoned steak in your air fryer for 12 minutes, and it'll come out perfectly every time.
Per serving: 250 calories, 17 g fat (7 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 60 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 23 g protein
Potato chips, but make them healthy. These thinly sliced crisps are nearly oil-less (just a few spritzes of high-heat oil spray), making them the healthy alternative to your childhood favorite (read: greasy) snack.
Per serving: 74.3 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 17.6 g carbs, 0.7 g sugar, 290.7 mg sodium, 1.4 g fiber, 2 g protein
This easy dish takes just 10 minutes to whip up. Plus, it's low-carb, paleo, and Whole30-approved, so it's sure to please any type of diner.
Per serving: 221 calories, 7.9 g fat (1.2 g saturated), 1 g carbs, 0.4 g sugar, 0.1 g fiber, 34.2 g protein
Football season ain't got nothing on you. That is, of course, when armed with the recipe for these healthy homemade eats. Plus, they're so simple to make, you won't miss a minute of the big game.
Per serving: 296 calories, 22 g fat (6 g saturated), 2 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 572 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 22 g protein
Fans of spice will love this veggie dish that packs quite the kick. And thanks to its neutral cauliflower base, you can get creative with the toppings.
Per serving: 436 calories, 17.1 g fat (6.5 g saturated), 55 g carbs, 10.2 g sugar, 336 mg sodium, 18.6 g fiber, 23.5 g protein
After a long day at work or when feeding a group of picky eaters, a basic chicken breast is exactly what you need. Enter: this simple, savory recipe that takes a total of 22 minutes, during which your handy air fryer does most of the hard work.
Per serving: 163 calories, 3 g fat, 454 mg sodium, 30 g protein
Could these be any cuter? Heart-shaped for Valentine's Day or regular ole squares for the other 364 days of the year, these protein-packed (thanks to the Greek yogurt) pop tarts take only 12 minutes to make. ICYMI, that's less time than it takes for you to actually go to the market for the store-bought option.
Per serving: 147 calories, 0.4 g fat (0.1 g saturated), 29.6 g carbs, 8.1 g sugar, 0.6 g fiber, 6.3 g protein
Taco Tuesday's about to get a whole lot easier thanks to these veggie tacos. Toss the avocados in bread crumbs for an amplified crunch or just let the air fryer do the crisping. Either way, you're left with a creamy and slightly crunchy creation that is packed with healthy fats.
Per serving: 624 calories, 34.7 g fat (7.1 g saturated), 70.7 g carbs, 17.1 g sugar, 281 mg sodium, 14.7 g fiber, 14.1 g protein
These crunchy chips are just as good as your restaurant fave, but way healthier. One reason? They're made with practically no oil, so you're left with a lighter snack that's just begging to be dipped in a hearty guac.
Per serving: 120 calories, 1.5 g fat (0 g saturated), 24 g carbs, 3 g sugar, 3 g fiber
Score that savory crisp without using any cornstarch. Umm, how? Simply letting the air fryer work its magic.
Per serving: 212 calories, 15.7 g fat (2.3 g saturated), 5.2 g carbs, 0.2 g sugar, 465 mg sodium, 24 g fiber, 16.5 g protein
Made with brown rice flour, this easy dairy-free dessert is perfect all those gluten-free foodies out there looking to get their sugar fix in seconds. Okay, fine, minutes—15 minutes to be exact—and you've got yourself an air fryer delight.
Per serving: 310 calories, 12 g fat (7 g saturated), 50 g carbs, 26 g sugar, 5 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 2 g protein
Think a stew from Madagascar requires a Top Chef? Well, think again. All you need is an air fryer, a few simple ingredients, and a few minutes—40 to be exact—to make this gingery dish. Oh, and it's vegan and gluten-free too!
Per serving: 321 calories, 6.2 g fat (1 g saturated), 52.5 g carbs, 5.7 g sugar, 337 mg sodium, 14.7 g fiber, 16.4 g protein
Vegetarians and vegans, rejoice! In just 25 minutes (yes, it's that easy), you can have a delicious combo of maple syrup, soy sauce, and smoked paprika, all of which mix together to turn this veggie into a crispy meat-free bacon.
Per serving: 99 calories, 7.2 g fat (1 g saturated), 8.9 g carbs, 4.7 g sugar, 748 mg sodium, 4.3 g fiber, 1.7 g protein
Sweet Potato Cauliflower Patties
These patties are great over a salad or on a sandwich if you're looking for a meatless option. There's an air fryer cooking method that makes them crispy on the outside and moist on the inside!
Per serving: 85 calories, 3 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 9 g carbs, 1.5 g sugar, 200 mg sodium, 3.5 g fiber, 2.5 g protein
And they take minutes to make.
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