Description
Crispy air fryer zucchini delights with golden edges and perfectly seasoned crunch, delivering a healthier alternative to traditional fried sides. Garlic, parmesan, and a hint of herbs elevate this simple vegetable into a mouthwatering dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into cubes or rounds
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Topping:
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse zucchini and slice into uniform medallions or bite-sized cubes, ensuring pieces are roughly equal in size for consistent cooking.
- Transfer zucchini pieces into spacious mixing vessel, drizzle with olive oil, and generously sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Gently massage seasonings to guarantee even coating.
- Activate air fryer and calibrate temperature to 375°F, allowing appliance to warm for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully arrange seasoned zucchini within air fryer basket, maintaining single layer without overcrowding to facilitate optimal crispiness. Optional: Dust lightly with grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor profile.
- Initiate cooking process, maintaining 375°F for 12-15 minutes. Midway through cooking duration, pause and vigorously shake basket to ensure uniform browning and prevent sticking.
- Verify doneness by checking golden-brown exterior and tender interior. Remove zucchini immediately upon achieving desired crispness to prevent potential burning.
- Transfer hot zucchini directly to serving platter and consume while maintaining peak temperature and crunchiness.
Notes
- Pat the zucchini completely dry to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy results.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket, which can lead to uneven cooking and steaming instead of air frying.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, skip any breadcrumbs and stick to the herb seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg