**Air Fryer Avocado Tacos: A Healthy and Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish**
Avocado tacos are a delightful fusion of Mexican flavors and the creamy goodness of avocados. These tacos feature crispy air-fried avocado slices as the star ingredient, nestled in soft tortillas and topped with a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients. The air fryer gives the avocado slices a perfectly crispy texture on the outside while maintaining their creamy interior, creating a unique and satisfying taste experience. This recipe provides a healthier alternative to traditional tacos, using air frying instead of deep frying, and incorporating nutrient-rich avocados. Additionally, the recipe includes variations for different dietary preferences, such as a vegan version and a spicy version for those who enjoy a bit of heat.
AIR FRYER AVOCADO TACOS
The contrast of the crispy crust and creamy inside of fried avocado slices make them a fantastic vegetarian taco filling inspired by Torchy's Tacos. This version uses the air fryer to avoid the fuss of deep frying in oil and adds a sweet-tart mango and grapefruit salsa.
Provided by Gabriela Rodiles
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 390 degrees F.
- Whisk together the panko, cumin, paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a shallow bowl. Juice 1 lime into a shallow bowl. Dip an avocado slice into the lime juice, then firmly press into the panko mixture, turning to coat on all sides. Place in the air fryer basket and repeat with the remaining slices. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the mango salsa. Cut the mango into two halves and remove the skin. Cut each half vertically into thin strips, then flip each strip on its side and julienne diagonally into thin matchsticks.
- Using a sharp knife (chef's or paring), cut both ends off the grapefruit. Stand the grapefruit on one end and cut away the peel and white pith, following the contour of the fruit. Carefully cut in between the membranes to remove the grapefruit segments, letting them drop onto the cutting board. Dice the segments.
- Combine the grapefruit, mango, red onion and jalapeño in a medium bowl. Squeeze the remaining juice from the center of the grapefruit into the bowl. Zest one lime and add the zest to the bowl, then juice it into the bowl. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Stir together and set aside.
- Mix the yogurt with the juice of the third lime in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Place 2 tortillas on each of 2 plates. Spoon a quarter of the Greek yogurt onto each tortilla and top with 3 pieces of fried avocado. Spoon a quarter of the mango salsa onto each and garnish with cilantro leaves.
AIR-FRYER FRIED AVOCADO TACOS
Tacos just got even more exciting! These juicy, flavorful, easy and healthy tacos are for those who are huge fans of avocado. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Combine the first 8 ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Preheat air fryer to 400°. Place egg in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, garlic powder and chipotle pepper. Dip avocado slices in egg, then into cornmeal mixture, gently patting to help adhere., In batches, place avocado slices in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes longer. Serve avocado slices in tortillas with kale mix, tomato, additional minced cilantro and, if desired, queso fresco.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
AIR FRYER AVOCADO FRIES
Wonderfully crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Great with garlicky aioli.
Provided by Bren
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Mix flour, pepper, and salt together in a shallow bowl. Beat together egg and water in a second shallow bowl. Place panko in a third shallow bowl.
- Dredge an avocado slice through the flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg and allow excess to drop off. Finally press slice into panko so both sides are covered. Set on a plate and repeat with the remaining slices.
- Spray avocado slices generously with cooking spray and arrange in the bowl of the air fryer, sprayed-side down. Spray the top side of the avocado slices as well.
- Cook in the preheated air fryer for 4 minutes. Turn avocado slices over and cook until golden, about 3 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 462.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
AIR-FRYER AVOCADO FRIES
Avocados just got even more exciting! These juicy, flavorful, easy and healthy air-fryer avocado fries are for those who are huge fans of avocado. They even go well on tacos! -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 28 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°. Place egg in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, garlic powder and chipotle pepper. Dip avocado slices in egg, then into cornmeal mixture, gently patting to help adhere., In batches, place avocado slices in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes longer. If desired, serve avocado slices with lime wedges, salsa, pico del gallo or ranch dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use ripe avocados. They should be slightly soft to the touch, but not mushy.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the avocado tacos in a conventional oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the avocados are tender and slightly browned.
- To make the tacos even more flavorful, you can add your favorite taco toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or cheese.
- If you are using corn tortillas, be sure to heat them up before filling them. This will make them more pliable and less likely to crack.
Conclusion:
Air fryer avocado tacos are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy this healthy fruit. They are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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