These Hoisin Turkey Bowls were definitely one of the quickest and tastiest meals I've ever made. It look less than 20 minutes and was SO flavorful. Each serving with rice is 384 calories! Ground turkey is great with sauces and the added peanut butter powder makes this Hoisin sauce taste so much richer, without all of the added fat.

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The whole meal, with the rice, is 384 calories but if you subbed that for cauliflower rice it would be just over 200! There are so many ways you can mix this up. You can use different veggies, shredded carrot, peanuts, or even tofu!

Hoisin Turkey Bowls

Yield: 4

Author: Molly

prep time: 10 Mcook time: 12 Mtotal time: 22 M

Healthy Ground Turkey cooked in a Peanuty Hoisin Sauce

ingredients:

FOR THE STIRFRY

• 1 TB olive oil
• 1 small onion, sliced thin
• 3 large cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 2 C shredded cabbage
• 4 C cooked rice

FOR THE SAUCE

• 1/3 C hoisin
• 1/3 C water
• 2 TB peanut butter powder
• 1 TB rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sriracha (or more, opt)

instructions:

How to cook Hoisin Turkey Bowls

1. Heat a nonstick pan to medium high, add in oil and sliced onion
2. Sauté for 5 minutes, until onions are tender and translucent
3. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the sauce
4. Add garlic and ground turkey, breaking up turkey into small pieces. Cook until just done, between 5-7minutes
5. Add sauce and shredded cabbage. Sauté  for an additional 3-4 minutes. When the cabbage is tender and the sauce has thickened it's done!
6. Serve with brown rice or cauliflower rice

Calories
384

Fat (grams)
6

Carbs (grams)
51

Fiber (grams)
2

Sugar (grams)
13

Protein (grams)
33

Sodium (milligrams)
738

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Chicken Shawarma is one of the most flavorful meals you'll ever have. It's a flavor explosion in your mouth, and lucky for you, it's mega easy to re-create at home!

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I know, I know, it's a lot of spices. But if you're a person committed to flavor, like me, you probably already have most of these.

I am lucky to live in an area that has a lot of middle eastern options. My favorite for Shawarma is Mamouns, in New Haven, CT. It's a little whole in the wall place that cranks out cheap and delicious pita sandwiches. Their lamb is out of this world! I would eat there every day if I could, but until then, this recipe will hold me over!

I have become a big fan of sheet pan meals. I love using salmon, sausage, and shrimp. Chicken breast can be tricky though. I really don't like dry chicken. In the summer, I figured out that the secret to good grilled chicken breast is to cut it thin, use olive oil, and then a dry rub. Cook it hot and fast. So, why not use this for oven cooking too?

I marinated this with olive oil and spices, then cooked at 450° for 20 minutes and it was perfect. 

 

My favorite way to have this at home is with some rice and a chopped salad. It's PERFECTTTTT for lunch prep and keeps great for days in the refrigerator. And lets not forget the garlicy white sauce. More traditionally made with mayo and garlic, I'm really into this sour cream version that you can drizzle on. You can also get some pitas and make yourself a sandwich. I would use lettuce, chopped cucumber, onion, and tomato. Top it with white sauce, hummus, or some tahini. 

Yield: 4

Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma

Quick and easy week night dinner. This Chicken Shawarma is packed full of flavor and moist.

prep time: 10 Mcook time: 20 Mtotal time: 30 M

ingredients:

Chicken Shawarma

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1" cubes
• 2 red or yellow pepper, chopped in 1" pieces (or veggies of choice)
• 2-3 TB olive oil
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp paprika ( I used one regular and one smoked)
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp kosher salt (not the same as regular salt, for table salt use 3/4 tsp)
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp all spice
• 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 dash of cinnamon

Garlicy White Sauce

• 1/2 C sour cream
• 1 TB fresh dill
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced or very finely crated. (like a paste)
• 2 TB lemon juice
• 1 TB tahini
• salt and pepper to taste
• water to reach desired thickness. add 1 TB at a time

instructions:

How to cook Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

1. In a large bowl, mix everything but the first two ingredients together
2. Once incorporated, add the chicken and peppers. Marinade for at least one hour
3. Pre-heat oven to 450°
4. Spread out on a sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes

Garlicy White Sauce

1. Mix all together. Let sit while the shawarma is marinating or cooking. This will help the garlic infuse into the sauce
2. Thin with water to reach desired consistency. I like to be able to drizzle it from a spoon

Calories
226

Fat (grams)
11

Protein (grams)
14

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When I say these are the best Brussels Sprouts I've ever had, I'm not lying. Not hyping them up because of my blog. They are LEGIT. THE. BEST. We've made them dozens of times! They are crispy, sweet, a little spicy, and the perfect amount of salt.

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Gochujang is a Korean Red Chili Paste that has a similar flavor profile to Miso, but sweeter and strong flavors of chili. It is available now in most super markets in the International section but also available on amazon . It is not very spicy (in my opinion) but has SO much flavor. If you can't find this product for some reason, you could swap it with Sriracha, but that will be much spicier.

Honestly though, these are so fast to make. I have also roasted them off in the oven and they still come out great. For the oven, cook them at 400° for about 25 minutes.

I got my first Air Fryer about a year ago and it was an instant love affair. Air Frying makes my life so much easier. Meals cook quicker, I'm not heating up the whole oven to cook one thing, and clean up is easy! My basket can go right in the dishwasher! There are so many options available now. I've seen many ranging from $30-$200.

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Yield: 2

Author: Molly - Fit Happy Foodie

Air Fryer Maple Gochujang Brussels Sprouts

Crispy, sweet, and salty. These Air Fryer Maple Gochujang Brussels are literally PERFECTION

prep time: 8 Mcook time: 20 Mtotal time: 28 M

ingredients:

• 3 C halved Brussels Sprouts (or quartered if very large)
• 2 TB Maple Syrup
• 1 TB Gochujang Sauce
• 1 tsp oil (I use avocado or olive )
• 1 clove Garlic, chopped (or 1 tsp Garlic Paste)
• 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt (does not measure the same as table salt)
• Black Pepper to taste

instructions:

How to cook Air Fryer Maple Gochujang Brussels Sprouts

1. Preheat Air Fryer for 5 minutes at 375°
2. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl
3. Cook in Preheated Air Fryer for 15 minutes, shake or move around with spatula
4. Increase temperature to 400° and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes

Calories
160

Fat (grams)
4

Carbs (grams)
29

Fiber (grams)
6

Sugar (grams)
17

Protein (grams)
5

Sodium (milligrams)
110

Cholesterol (grams)
0

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These Salmon cakes caught me by surprise. They were incredibly moist, yet crispy from the panko. Never in a million years did I think I would cook with canned salmon, but you know what? It's cheap, easy, and I decided to try it.

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After reading a lot of feedback on Air Frying forums about dry Salmon Patties, I decided to switch the bread crumbs for panko. It absorbs less of the moisture while giving it that really satisfying crunch. I did add in some mayo and oil (not much but a little helps a lot).

I'm not going to lie, breaking down and separating the bones and skin from the Salmon wasn't the most fun kitchen job I've ever done. I think that I'll have to get used to it though, because these were totally the bomb. They are like a crab cakes that costs a fraction of the money. 

I recently switched to using a non-propellant cooking oil spray for the air fryer. I will go between this and just brushing on avocado oil if it's already a really low fat recipe. This one from costco works great!

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AIR FRYER CRISPY SALMON CAKES (with pan-frying instructions)

Yield: 5

Author: Molly

prep time: 15 Mcook time: 15 Mtotal time: 30 M

These crispy and moist Salmon Cakes get their crunch from Panko. Easy and inexpensive to make, they are a great appetizer or meal prep!

ingredients:

For the Salmon Cakes

• 1 can of Salmon (14.75 oz) bones and skin removed
• 1 Celery Stalk, finely diced
• 1 Egg, beaten
• 1 C Panko
• 4 TB light Mayonnaise
• 1 TB Oil, I use Avocado or Olive Oil
• 1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
• 2 TB fresh chopped Parsley
• 1 tsp Dill, finely minced (or from the squeeze tube)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• (NOTE: you can use two beaten eggs and skip the mayo. This will still hold the cakes together but I find it not to be as moist.)

Smokey Remoulade Sauce (Mix all together)

• 3 TB Light Mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
• 2 tsp Relish
• 2 tsp Ketchup
• 1 tsp fresh Dill, finely minced
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1 tsp Hot Sauce (like Tabasco)
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika

instructions:

How to cook AIR FRYER CRISPY SALMON CAKES (with pan-frying instructions)

Air Fryer Directions

1. Mix everything together from the Salmon Cake ingredients and form into 10 small patties, about 2" in diameter.
2. Pre-heat Air Fryer for about 3 minutes at 400°
3. Spay or brush both sides of Salmon Cakes with oil. Put them into the pre-heated air fryer for 8 minutes, flip, and cook an additional 6 minutes.

Pan Frying Directions

1. Mix everything together from the Salmon Cake ingredients and form into 10 small patties, about 2" in diameter.
2. Pre-heat a nonstick fry pan to medium high (around 7)
3. Spray or brush pan with oil.
4. Cook Salmon Cakes for about 4 minutes per side until crisp and brown.

Calories
208

Fat (grams)
10

Carbs (grams)
7

Protein (grams)
20

Sodium (milligrams)
435

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A High Protein Low Calorie Pizza?  Why yes, you can have your pizza and eat it too! 

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Truthfully, I am a pizza lover to my core. I don't think there is one right way to have pizza (although I'm sure many would argue with me on that). I love thin crust, deep dish, thick crust, and cauliflower. Really, I'm in it for the sauce and toppings so deliver that on whatever you want and I'll be happy.

When I started my lifestyle change and diet about 7 months ago, pizza was one of the first things I stopped making. The calories were adding up too fast. I was so excited when I first discovered the two ingredient pizza dough from WW, but I still felt like there was room for nutritional improvement. Now, when developing recipes, I heavily consider the taste:nutrition ratio. I don't like to make my taste buds suffer to cut a few calories BUT I want to make sure it is balanced and filling. 

This pizza hits all of the check marks on my list. It's large, filling, flavorful, low fat, and tastes like PIZZA. The protein packed crust is made from Kodiak Protein Pancake mix and greek yogurt (hey don't knock it until you try it).  You can switch out the toppings to whatever you'd like.

Topping Ideas

• sauteed mushrooms - turkey sausage
• roasted butternut - fat free ricotta
• ground chicken -bbq - gorgonzola
• peppers - sauteed spinach - mushroom - shallots
• olives - feta - roasted red peppers

Yield: 1

Author: Fit Happy Foodie

HIGH PROTEIN LOW CALORIE PIZZA

A high protein, low fat and 400 calorie pizza that will satisfy your pizza cravings WHILE staying in your calorie budget.

prep time: 10 Mcook time: 15 Mtotal time: 25 M

ingredients:

Dough

• 1/2 C Kodiak Protein Pancake Mix
• 1/2 C Non-Fat Greek Yogurt

Pizza Toppings

• 1/2 raw Chicken ausage
• 1/2 C Fat-Free Cheese, I use FF Cheddar (Kraft) and FF Feta
• 1/4 C Pizza Sauce
• Sliced Onion
• Fresh Herbs

instructions:

How to cook HIGH PROTEIN LOW CALORIE PIZZA

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°. Make sure one rack is centered in the oven.
2. Mix all dough ingredients together. Shape dough into a ball and place on parchment paper. Using another piece of parchment paper on top, flatten and roll out using a rolling pin or bottle until it is about 1/4 thick. Remove top parchment paper and you are ready to add toppings.
3. Start but spreading  the pizza sauce evenly on the dough. Add cheese and sliced onion. I like to make tiny meatballs with the chicken sausage. If you are using a pre-cooked one, you can slice it thinly.
4. Cook with parchment paper, directly on the oven rack. I cooked mine for about 12-15 minutes, depending on how well done you like your pizza.
5. When the pizza is finished, top with fresh herbs and a little Parmesan.

Calories
400

Fat (grams)
5

Sat. Fat (grams)
0

Carbs (grams)
43

Fiber (grams)
6

Protein (grams)
49

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We're loving these Sous Vide Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with an Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce. Cooking shrimp in a Sous Vide is a fool proof way to get perfect shrimp every time.

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This might be the most coconutty coconut shrimp you will ever have. We LOVE coconut so I don't get shy when I'm using it to flavor something. To see what our secret ingredient is, keep reading!

I remember the first time I had Coconut Shrimp was in Key West, on vacation with my family. It was a magical experience. My first time to some place tropical and to me, my first taste of anything really exotic and exciting.

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Crispy, crunchy Potstickers with no added fat! Air Fry right from frozen!

For the past six or so months, I've been researching and contemplating giving the Air Fryer a try. From what I had seen online, the concept was great, but did they actually work? My dream is to have crispy, crunchy food and not feel like a barrel of oil after.

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Through a recent partnership with the brand CHEFMAN, they were kind enough to send me an Air Fryer to try out. With a countertop cooker, I'm looking for simple functionality. The thing I liked the most about the Chefman 3.5L Air Fryer is that within 5 minutes, I had it on and running. I didn't even have to look at the instructions, it was so easy to figure out. Of course, my first test HAD to be frozen dumplings. They came out so crispy and beautiful, and I only used some canola cooking spray (similar to pam.)

I started by spraying the inserted tray, placing the frozen dumplings in (not touching each other), and then giving them a pretty generous spray on top with some more canola. Next time I will be trying these with regular oil. You can add a few tablespoons into the opened bag of dumplings, give them a shake, and then put them in your air fryer. 

Carefully secure your basket into the air fryer, trying not to move the dumplings, set to 375° F for 14 minutes, giving a little shake about 1/2 way through. 

When they come out, you will have beautiful, crispy dumplings. The ones I cooked were Chicken Potstickers from Aldi but I believe any frozen dumpling would work great for this. The chicken was cooked through and was very moist in the center. 

I serve mine with a little hoisin, cilantro, and chinese black vinegar (a little balsamic would also work). 

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Yield: 15 dumplingsAuthor: Magdalena at Pressure's OnPin it

How to: Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers/Dumplings

Air Fryer frozen dumplings. From frozen to crispy in less than 15 minutes.

prep time: 2 MINScook time: 14 MINStotal time: 17 mins

ingredients:

Dumplings

• 1 bag frozen dumplings
• cooking spray

Dipping Sauce

• Hoisin
• Cilantro
• Chinese Black Vinegar
• Chinese Hot Chili Oil

instructions

To Cook

1. Spray your Air Fryer basket with a little cooking oil, like Pam. 
2. Place 1/2 of your dumplings in, so they are not touching eachother. If you don't care about the sides getting crispy, you can squeeze them all in! 
3. Spray generously with more cooking oil.
4. Insert basket back into the Air Fryer. Set the temperature to 375° F and cook for 14 minutes, shaking about 1/2 through.
5. Serve with dipping sauce and some cilantro. 

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