Description
Air Fryer Heavenly Onions are the perfect solution for anyone craving crispy, flavorful fried onions without the guilt of traditional frying. These low-fat delights can transform salads, casseroles, and soups into gourmet meals. With a quick cooking time and customizable seasonings, they’re an easy addition to your healthy cooking repertoire that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions (about 300g), sliced into rings or strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5g)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (5g)
- ½ teaspoon salt (3g)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (1g)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Slice the onions thinly to ensure uniform cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced onions with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; toss until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, shaking halfway through for even crispiness.
- Once golden brown and crispy, remove and let cool slightly before serving or storing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg