Name: Air-Fryer Onion Rings
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 2 large (10-ounce) sweet onions, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick; 0.5 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 2 large eggs; 0.5 cup whole-wheat flour; 0.75 cup buttermilk, divided; 3 cups panko breadcrumbs; 0.5 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Air-Fryer Onion Rings

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These air-fryer onion rings are a great alternative to traditional deep-fried onion rings. The homemade dipping sauce adds to the savory flavor and adds a creamy note to counter the crispy coating.

Laura Kanya

Published on June 8, 2022

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

air fryer onion rings — Photo: Jacob Fox

Active Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

Cooking spray
2 large (10-ounce) sweet onions, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 large eggs
½ cup whole-wheat flour
¾ cup buttermilk, divided
3 cups panko breadcrumbs
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes. Coat the fryer basket with cooking spray.
Separate onion slices into rings. Toss the onion rings with onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, flour and 1/2 cup buttermilk in a shallow dish. Place panko in another shallow dish. Dip each onion ring in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the panko to coat completely; place in the fryer basket. Repeat until the basket is full. Coat the onion rings with cooking spray. Cook, flipping once, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Repeat with the remaining onion rings in batches as needed.
Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, chives, parsley and the remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle the onion rings with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and serve with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

245	Calories
13g	Fat
27g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1 cup onion rings & 1 1/2 Tbsp. sauce
Calories 245
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 27g	10%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 7g	14%
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Vitamin A 145IU	3%
Vitamin C 5mg	6%
Vitamin D 12IU	3%
Vitamin E 1mg	4%
Folate 31mcg	8%
Vitamin K 31mcg	26%
Sodium 299mg	13%
Calcium 56mg	4%
Iron 2mg	11%
Magnesium 23mg	5%
Potassium 190mg	4%
Zinc 1mg	9%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.