Air Fryer Vidalia Onions

Air Fryer Vidalia Onions are the perfect combination of sweetness and flavor, all paired into one delicious side dish or appetizer. Vidalia Onions are the perfect addition to burgers, sandwiches, smoked pork, and more!

Have you ever had a delicious Grilled Vidalia Onion? If so, then you will LOVE these Air Fryer Vidalia Onions. These onions are just as tasty as the grilled version, but there is no need to use the grill when you can easily use the air fryer!

What you’ll love about Air-Fried Vidalia Onions:

• Quick and Easy – These are ready in less than 20 minutes with minimal prep!
• Sweet Treat – These onions are sweet and delicious, can be eaten as is or used as a side item or topping.
• Gluten-Free – They are naturally gluten-free and simple to serve.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Vidalia Onions:

• Vidalia Onions
• Beef Bouillon Cubes
• Butter
• Ice Cubes
• Foil

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Begin by peeling the onion and carving a hole in the center of the onion.
2. Place the onion on a sheet of foil.
3. In that hole, place the beef bouillon cube in the hole as well as the butter.
4. Push this down in the hole.
5. Add the ice cube right on top of the hole and wrap the onion up in the foil.
6. Repeat the steps for the additional onion.
7. Place each wrapped onion in the basket of the air fryer or Ninja Foodi and cook at 390 degrees F for 20 minutes.
8. At 20 minutes, carefully (it’s hot) pull back the foil and see if it’s soft enough for your liking. If so, remove and serve. If not, add 5 minutes.

Tips for Making Air Fryer Vidalia Onions:

• Do not skip the ice cube – This is what helps it get moist and pull apart easily.
• Do not overcrowd the basket – Typically, two onions fit just about right in the Air Fryer.
• Always watch the cooking time – Every air fryer machine heats differently, so always keep a close eye on the onions the first time that you make them in your machine. If they are not done to your preference, add 5 minutes.
• Serve with a variety of items – These can be served as a topping for burgers or pork, but also as a side or garnish with potatoes or casseroles.

How do you make Vidalia Onions in the Ninja Foodi?

These can also easily be made in the Ninja Foodi as Ninja Foodi Vidalia Onions.  If you make these in the Ninja Foodi, use the air crisp function.

Air Fryer Vidalia Onions are a flavorful side dish that has natural soft sweetness, perfect for any meal or just as an afternoon snack.

Air Fryer Vidalia Onions

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Air Fryer Side Dishes

Cuisine American

Servings 2 Servings

Calories 213 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 Vidalia Onions
• 2 Beef Bouillon Cubes
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 2 Ice Cubes
• 2 Sheets of Foil

Instructions

 

• Begin by peeling the onion and carving a hole in the center of the onion.
• Place the onion on a sheet of foil.
• In that hole, place the beef bouillon cube in the hole as well as the butter.
• Push this down in the hole.
• Add the ice cube right on top of the hole and wrap the onion up in the foil.
• Repeat the steps for the additional onion.
• Place each wrapped onion in the basket of the air fryer or ninja foodi and cook at 390°F for 20 minutes.
• At 20 minutes, carefully (it’s hot) pull back the foil and see if it’s soft enough for your liking. If so remove and serve. If not, add an additional 5 minutes.

Notes

This recipe is made in a cold air fryer that is not preheated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 596mgFiber: 3gSugar: 17g

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