Whether you’re a hot air fryer connoisseur or just took the plunge into buying it, you can now be part of one of the biggest kitchen gadget crazes in recent years by preparing some of these delicious hot air fryer recipes. Even Drew Barrymore talks about how much she loves using her beloved air fryer!
If you’re looking for easy ways to use your healthy fryer for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of our favorite simple air fryer recipes that can help you with your weight loss goals, too.
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Carlene Thomas / Eat this, not that!
These cauliflower bites have all the delicious flavors of your favorite sweet and sour dish – but without the extra frying oils. This way you can save yourself a few calories without having to go without your favorite food.
Get our recipe for cauliflower canapés.
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This easy falafel recipe is completely vegan and full of protein from the chickpeas. You can arrange this falafel however you like and enjoy it in a wrap or rice bowl.
Get our Air Fryer Falafel Recipe.
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Want a hearty snack that doesn’t pile up calories or sodium? These vegetable chips can be made from zucchini, sweet potatoes, or beets, and the ranch condiments will keep you from reaching for the buttermilk ranch dip.
Get our recipe for veggie chips.
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This coconut shrimp recipe is the perfect weight loss dinner because it’s naturally sweet and tasty with no added sugar. The canned coconut milk and desiccated coconut give these shrimp the crispy sweetness you want with every typical order of fried coconut shrimp.
Get our recipe for coconut shrimp.
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Sometimes all you need is just that. These Hasselback potato nibbles are made only from garlic, salt, pepper and parsley and the crispy texture they get from the hot air fryer ensures a pleasant and cozy enjoyment. You can also make your own garlic aioli to use as a side dish.
Get our recipe for Potato Bites.
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These juicy panko-crusted pork chops are a great addition to any meal and go great with fresh vegetables or a crunchy salad.
Get our breaded pork chops recipe.
James Stefiuk
Did you know you can even cook eggs in the air fryer? This Egg White Frittata recipe is super easy to make and a great way to add some veggies and protein to your morning.
Get our egg white frittata recipe.
James Stefiuk
You don’t always need meat to make tacos, especially if you toss protein-rich chickpeas in the deep fryer to make them extra crispy! You can make these tacos however you like by adding things like cilantro, avocado, lime, or your other favorite toppings.
Get our recipe for chickpea tacos.
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These are some of the easiest meatballs to make and only require a few different types of seasoning. You can even serve these with your favorite fruit jelly as a side dish.
Get our recipe for Air Fryer Meatballs.
Carlene Thomas / Eat this, not that!
These adorable vegetarian calzones are easy to make for dinner and can also be a great meal to prepare ahead of time on your way to the door.
Get our recipe for Veggie Calzones.
Courtesy Chef Emeril Lagasse
This recipe may seem a little decadent for your weight loss goals, but it’s always okay to indulge yourself every now and then. This air fryer recipe uses a lot of whipped cream and whole milk so you can try replacing this with something lower in fat if you want.
Get our bread pudding recipe.
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