12 Delicious Healthy Meal Prep Air Fryer Recipes for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Meal prepping with an air fryer is a breeze, letting you whip up tasty dishes while saving time during your busy week. These recipes focus on simplicity and flavor, so you can enjoy healthy meals without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready to simplify your weeknight dinners and keep your taste buds happy!

Spicy Air Fryer Salmon Fillets

These spicy air fryer salmon fillets are a quick and super tasty option for meal prep. Just marinate the fillets in your favorite spicy sauce (or use my recipe below) and then pop them in the air fryer, and you’re all set.

Two spicy salmon fillets garnished with herbs on a plate

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional)


Instructions:

1. Mix olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
2. Coat the salmon fillets in the marinade.
3. Place the fillets in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes.
4. Serve with lemon wedges.

I also recommend getting some of the frozen rice at Trader Joes (brown or white basmati). It’s pre-cooked and you only need to microwave it for 3 minutes and it’s ready to serve with the salmon.

Savory Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

I love using sweet potatoes in the air fryer for meal prep. They turn out crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them the perfect addition to any dish. Toss them with your favorite spices for a quick and healthy side!

Diced sweet potatoes seasoned and ready to be air fried.

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.

If you’re not a fan of savory sweet potatoes, you can use cinnamon instead of the garlic powder and smoked paprika.

Zesty Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

These air fryer shrimp tacos are awesome for taco Tuesday meal prep. Just toss some shrimp with your favorite spices, cook in the air fryer, and load them up in tortillas. Top with fresh salsa and a squeeze of lime for a delicious bite every time.

Air fryer shrimp tacos with lime and salsa on a wooden board

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortillas, salsa, and lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

  1. Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Assemble tacos with shrimp, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.

You can pair this with some easy Mexi-rice by getting some of the frozen rice at Trader Joes (brown or white basmati) and a bag for frozen sweet corn. The rice is pre-cooked and you only need to microwave it for 3 minutes and it’s ready to serve.

Microwave 2-3 ounces of the frozen corn, drain the water and mix it into the rice with some cumin and any other spices you prefer.

Perfectly Cooked Air Fryer Quinoa

Cooking quinoa is always a hassle UNLESS you’re using an air fryer for meal prep. It comes out fluffy and perfectly seasoned every time. Just add your favorite spices and a splash of lemon for a fresh twist!

A bowl of fluffy quinoa garnished with lemon slices and fresh herbs.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Rinse quinoa and mix with water, olive oil, and salt in an oven-safe dish.
  2. Cover tightly with foil and place in the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

You can also make this as a side dish for chicken or salmon.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken

Two meal prep containers filled with crispy air fryer chicken and mixed vegetables.

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Coat chicken strips in olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dredge in breadcrumbs.
  3. Cook in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

This crispy air fryer chicken pairs perfectly with a variety of colorful veggies, ensuring you get nutrition in every bite.

Air Fryer Roasted Vegetable Medley

Making a roasted vegetable medley in your air fryer is super easy and quick. Just chop up your favorite veggies like peppers, carrots, and zucchini, toss them in olive oil and spices, and let the air fryer do its thing.

A variety of chopped vegetables including red peppers, zucchini, carrots, and purple potatoes arranged in an air fryer basket.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups mixed vegetables (peppers, zucchini, carrots)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Toss vegetables with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.

In under 20 minutes, you’ll have a colorful and tasty side dish ready for any meal! You can also spice it up with some cayenne.

Healthy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

These turkey meatballs are a fantastic option for meal prep. They’re easy to make and pack a lot of flavor. Just toss them in the air fryer for a quick, healthy bite anytime!

Healthy air fryer turkey meatballs in meal prep containers

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients and form meatballs.
  2. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

You can make a sauce to dip them in, or cook up some pasta to throw them on top of. I’m a fan of pairing them with some Arrabiata sauce for a spicy kick.

Air Fryer Oatmeal Cookies for Snacks

These air fryer oatmeal cookies are perfect for a quick snack. They’re chewy, sweet, and loaded with chocolate chips (though you can leave those out).

Stack of oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients to form a dough.
  2. Scoop into small balls and flatten slightly.
  3. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 6-8 minutes.

Meal prepping them means you’ll have tasty treats ready whenever you need a little pick-me-up.

Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Bites

These Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Bites are a fun and spicy snack that’s super easy to whip up. Just coat your cauliflower florets with buffalo sauce, pop them in the air fryer, and enjoy the crispy goodness.

Bowl of Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Bites with a small cup of dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil and buffalo sauce.
  2. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.

Pair them with a creamy dip for a delicious treat. Or, just buy some ranch dressing for dipping – my favorite!

Air Fryer Mediterranean Chickpea Bowls

Air fryer Mediterranean chickpea bowls are a quick and tasty meal prep option. Toss chickpeas with your favorite spices and let the air fryer do its magic for a crispy finish.

Two bowls of Mediterranean chickpeas with veggies on a gray background.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, paprika, and salt.
  2. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Serve with fresh veggies and yogurt.

Add some fresh veggies and a dollop of yogurt for a satisfying and healthy lunch.

Air Fryer Egg Muffins

Egg muffins are a fantastic way to kickstart your day with flavor and nutrition. They’re easy to make in the air fryer and can be customized with your favorite veggies and meats.

Air fryer egg muffins with toppings in a tray

Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Chopped veggies (e.g., peppers, spinach)
  • Cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • English muffins

Instructions:

  1. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Add veggies and cheese.
  2. Pour into silicone muffin cups.
  3. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Toast your English muffins and add your egg to it.

Perfect for meal prep, these muffins store well and are ready to grab when you’re on the go!

Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Stir-Fry

Packed with colorful veggies and perfectly seasoned tofu, it’s both tasty and satisfying. Just whip it up in your air fryer, portion it out, and you’re ready for the week ahead!

Meal prep containers filled with crispy tofu and assorted vegetables

Ingredients:

  • 1 block firm tofu, cubed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Mixed veggies (e.g., broccoli, carrots)

Instructions:

  1. Toss tofu with soy sauce and sesame oil.
  2. Cook tofu in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
  3. Add veggies and cook for another 5-7 minutes.

If you want, you can also get some of the frozen rice at Trader Joes (brown or white basmati) to serve on the side. It’s pre-cooked and you only need to microwave it for 3 minutes and it’s ready to serve

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