Description
Enjoy these Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Fries as a delightful and healthier alternative to traditional fries. With a golden, crispy coating and a flavorful blend of Parmesan and spices, these zucchini fries are perfect for snacking or as a tasty side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries:
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into fry-sized sticks
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Zucchini: Place flour in one bowl and beaten eggs in another. Dip zucchini sticks in flour, then egg, and coat with the Parmesan-panko mixture.
- Air Fry: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Arrange zucchini in a single layer, spray the tops, and air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Serve immediately with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Chilling the coated zucchini in the fridge before air frying enhances crispiness.
- Pair with marinara, ranch, or garlic aioli for dipping.
- To make gluten-free, use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
