Onion Rings in the Air Fryer

Recipe Inspiration Source:  From My Bowl

Ordinarily, when I find a recipe to try, I look for similar recipes and try out a number of different variations to come up with the one that suits my tastes best.  This recipe was wonderful as is.  I'm not even bothering to look for others.  

No Oil Needed!

• 2-3 Yellow Onions (3 medium or 2 large)  - I'll bet you could do this with squash and okra, too!

Wet Mix:

• 1/2 cup Flour of Choice (All Purpose, Spelt, GF, etc)
• 2/3 cup Unsweetened Plant Milk
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Dry Mix:

• 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs (make sure they are Vegan!)
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1/4 tsp Salt

1. PREHEAT - Oven to 450F  -OR-  air fryer to preheat setting.
   
2. CUT THE ONIONS - Slice the end off each Onion, and then peel the outer skin off. Carefully cut each Onion into 1/2″ circular portions.  Cut the rings using two Onion layers for each Onion Ring - that keeps the rings juicy.
   
3. Mix up the WET ingredients in one bowl and the DRY in another.
   
4. Using a fork, dip each Onion Ring into the Wet Mix, then transfer to the Dry Mix and coat evenly with breadcrumbs. Place onto a greased or lined Baking Tray or into the basket of your Air Fryer.  

Air Fryer Baking Instructions:

Bake the Onion Rings at 400F for 8-10 minutes. You will have to cook the Onion Rings in a few batches, so the basket does not become overcrowded. Serve Warm.

Oven Instructions:

Bake the Onion Rings on a greased or lined Baking Tray (I used a silicone mat) at 450F for 30-35 minutes. If you are using parchment paper, I would suggest flipping the Onion Rings, but otherwise you should be ok. Serve Warm.


These Onion Rings will stay crispy for a few hours after you make them, but will not last overnight. They are best served warm.

Condiments - Salad Dressings Made with Pureed Corn

Recipe Inspiration Source:  Forks Over Knives - magazine, FB page and Group

This is the start of a batch - right after blending the corn and water.

This makes a good salad dressing or sauce to use when cooking.  It's particularly good with stir fries and pasta salads.

Start with:

• a bit of corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• Add a bit of water.  It doesn't take much.  

Blend until pureed, adding more water if necessary to get to the consistency you're looking for.  You can use this as is or add other ingredients.

Optional Ingredients:

• onions
• Garlic
• salt and pepper
• lemon juice + Dijon mustard

Condiments - Salad Dressings made with Beans - no nuts, no oil

Beans is another base to try when making dressings and sauces with no oil or nuts.  

White bean options - Great Northern, cannelloni, chickpeas...

Creamy Italian Dressing I

Recipe Inspiration Source:  Ordinary Vegan

• ¾ cup cooked white beans, drained and rinsed (if using canned)
• ¼ cup water (or more)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1½ tablespoons shallots, chopped
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or more to taste)
• Fresh ground black pepper

Place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings adding a little more parsley or water if needed.

Creamy Italian Dressing II

Recipe Inspiration Source:  My Plant Based Family

• 1 can or 1½ cup cooked white beans, drain and rinse if using canned 
• ½ cup (to 1 cup) water
• 2-3 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice or vinegar
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1½ tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Optional:

• 1 tsp sea salt (optional)
• 1 TB basil

1. Warm beans slightly then place in a blender or food processor.
2. Pour in ½ cup water.
3. Squeeze juice from lemon into a small dish, remove any seeds then pour juice into dressing. Start with 2 tbsp of lemon juice and add one more tablespoon of juice if needed.
4. Dump in the rest of the spices then blend/process well.
5. Scrap sides of container and add more water if necessary.
6. Dressing should come out creamy and smooth. More water and spices can be added to meet your preferences.

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Creamy Dill Dressing 

Recipe Inspiration Source:  I saw this in a comment on Facebook.  

1 15 oz can Great Northern beans (do not drain)
3 TB dill weed
1 TB onion powder
3 TB nutritional yeast
3 TB white vinegar
Dash of red pepper (optional)

Instructions: Place all ingredients including undrained beans in a high-speed blender and blend on high until creamy.
Serves 5

Creamy White Bean Caesar Salad Dressing

Recipe Inspiration Source:  Eat Plants for Health

• 1/2 cup almond milk plain, unsweetened or other plant-based milk
• 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 1/2 cup white beans or 1 canned, rinsed and drained
• 1.5 Tbsp kelp granules (see Store to order)
• 1 Tbsp fruit paste or liquid sweetener of preference
• 2 tsp miso paste soy or chickpea
• 1 tsp onion granules
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce vegan
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

Place all ingredients in processor or blender and blend until very smooth.   Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 5 days.

Others to Try -

Clean Eating Kitchen - Lemony Bean Dressing