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Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

January 22, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

These Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are a super easy side dish to throw together in a pinch and are a perfect winter vegetable. Cook them in the oven or the air fryer!


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Ingredients
  • 1 pound brussels sprouts quartered
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Glaze
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 Degrees F.
  2. In a bowl place the quartered brussels sprouts.
  3. Toss with olive oil and balsamic glaze until covered. Toss in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Grease a baking sheet or cover it in foil or parchment paper. Place the brussels sprouts in a single layer on the sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove and enjoy.
Air Fryer
  1. In a bowl place the quartered brussels sprouts.
  2. Toss with olive oil and balsamic glaze until covered. Toss in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place brussels sprouts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook at 375 degrees for 14 minutes.
  5. Remove and enjoy.
Recipe Notes

Balsamic Brussel Sprouts Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/2 cup (128g) 4 Amount per serving Calories 120 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 105 mg 5 % Total Carbohydrate 14 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 3 g 6 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 50 mg 4 % Iron 1.6 mg 8 % Potassium 440 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, brussels sprouts, side dish, Side Dishes, vegetable side, vegetables, winter vegetable

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

January 9, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are a quick, versatile side dish that pairs perfectly with barbecue chicken in any form. Whether served alongside chicken thighs, tostadas, or casserole, this recipe adds crispy texture without extra oven time. Simple sides like this make it easier to mix and match meals throughout the week.


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Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds medley baby potatoes sliced in half
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon Italian herb blend no salt added
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  1. In a medium bowl combine the halved baby potatoes and the olive oil until well coated.
  2. Add the spices and toss until potatoes are well coated.
  3. Arranged potatoes in air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Air fry at 400 Degrees for 14 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Serve.
Recipe Notes

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes Nutrition Facts Serving size 3-4 potatoes (119g) 6 Amount per serving Calories 120 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 0.5 g 3 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 95 mg 4 % Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 1 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 2 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 20 mg 2 % Iron 0.9 mg 6 % Potassium 480 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, healthy side dish, potato, potatoes, side dish, side dish recipe, Side Dishes

Greek Protein Bowls

August 6, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Fill your day with a vibrant Greek Protein Bowl- packed with bold Mediterranean flavors and wholesome goodness.  This power- packed bowl features air fried chicken, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onions and a sprinkle of feta cheese, all served over delicious cottage cheese.  Finish your bowl with dollop of tzatziki, it is the perfect balance of fresh, filling and flavorful.  


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Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Greek Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups high protein cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Greek Seasoning
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups English cucumbers diced
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese
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Chicken
  1. Wash hands thoroughly.
  2. Clean and prep your area.
  3. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder and Greek seasoning.
  4. Flatten chicken to about ½ inch thick and marinate in a shallow dish or Ziploc bag for at least 30 minutes, or up to several hours.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F. Cook chicken for 7 minutes on one side and flip, cooking an additional 3-4 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.
  6. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with Tzatziki sauce if desired.
Assemble the Bowl
  1. Mix Greek seasoning with the cottage cheese.
  2. Layer bowl with lettuce, cottage cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions and sliced chicken.
  3. Top with a tablespoon of Tzatziki, if desired.
Recipe Notes

Tzatziki sauce not included in nutritional analysis.

Greek Protien Bowl Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 Bowl (556g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 350 % Daily Value Total Fat 11 g 14 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 70 mg 23 % Sodium 520 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 20 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 14 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 46 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 267 mg 20 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 705 mg 15 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, bowl, Chicken, cottage cheese, greek, Salad, summer

Bang Bang Salmon Bowls

January 6, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

These Bang Bang Salmon bowls are the perfect quick dinner or meal prep for the week! Salmon is perfectly crispy when made in the air fryer and the sauce is the perfect creamy topping.


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Ingredients
  • 2 cups white rice cooked
  • 1 pound salmon fillets skin removed and cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Sriracha Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup shelled edamame cooked
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area.
  2. Cook rice according to package directions.
  3. Remove skin from salmon filet and cut into 1 inch cubes and place in a bowl. In the bowl toss the salmon in the olive oil.
  4. To the salmon, add the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt and toss until salmon is evenly coated.
  5. Preheat your air fryer if necessary. Add salmon to the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry on 400 Degrees F for 10 minutes or until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145 Degrees F.
  6. While the salmon is cooking, make the bang bang sauce. In a small bowl combine the greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
  7. Warm up the edamame according to package directions.
  8. Once rice, salmon, and edamame are all cooked, divide evenly among 4 bowls. Top each serving with 1/4th of the bang bang sauce and ½ teaspoon of sesame seeds.
Recipe Notes

Bang Bang Salmon Bowls

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 4 oz salmon + 1/2 cup rice + toppings (297g)
servings per container 4

Amount per serving
Calories	390					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	10	g			13	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	55	mg			18	%	
Sodium	470	mg			20	%	
Total Carbohydrate	40	g			15	%	
Dietary Fiber	3	g			11	%	
Total Sugars	8	g					
Added Sugars	5	g			10	%	
Protein	33	g					

Vitamin D	12	mcg			60	%	
Calcium	71	mg			6	%	
Iron	3	mg			15	%	
Potassium	698	mg			15	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, air, air fry, air fryer, protein, salmon, Seafood

Mini Apple Pies Airfryer

November 26, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Craving something sweet? These quick and easy mini apple pies are perfect for a snack or holiday dessert! Just mix diced apples with cinnamon, maple syrup, coconut oil and sugar, fill store bought wonton wrappers, and air fry until golden. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!


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Mini Apple Pies Airfryer
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Ingredients
  • 10 each wonton wrappers
Apple Filling
  • 4 small apples
  • 2 Tablespoonss maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Sauce
  • 10 each Medjool dates pitted
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 Tablespoonss maple syrp
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 Tablespoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Apple Pie Filling
  1. Preheat airfryer to 380 degrees F and spray with Spray oil.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add the peeled apple cubes and toss with 1 tablespoon maple syrup, coconut oil, sugar and cinnamon
  3. Add mixture to air fryer basket in an even single layer.
  4. Airfry for 10-14 minutes, shaking half way through. They should be soft and golden.
  5. Remove from airfryer and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon of maple syrup.
Sauce
  1. Boil the dates in a saucepan with just enough water to cover for 10 minutes.
  2. Drain, but reserve 4 tablespoons of the water and let sit until cool to the touch. Lightly chop dates and place in food processer with coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon and reserved water. Blend until super smooth.
  3. Pour sauce back into the saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Simmer for about 5 minutes or until sauce thickens.
Assembly
  1. Lay out wonton wrappers out on a flat surface.
  2. Place 1 ½ teaspoons of the apple mixture in the middle of the wonton wrapper.
  3. Place 1 teaspoon of the caramel sauce on top of filling.
  4. Using the back of the teaspoon, dip it in the caramel sauce and run it along the edges of the wonton wrapper
  5. Pull the 4 edges of the wrapper up in a little bunch and pinch together to secure.
  6. Place assembled wonton wrappers in the airfryer until full and spray with spray oil to coat the wontons.
  7. Close airfryer and bake at 350 degrees F for 7 minutes.
  8. When baked, remove wontons from airfryer and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
Recipe Notes

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, airfry, apple, apple pie, Desserts, fall

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