Crispy Air Fried Zucchini
Transform simple zucchini into a crunchy, golden delight with this Crispy Air Fried Zucchini recipe that's perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Featuring a flavorful coating made from panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of spices like paprika and garlic powder, these zucchini slices are air-fried to perfection for a healthier alternative to deep-frying. With minimal prep and cook time—ready in just 35 minutes—this recipe delivers irresistible crispiness without the excess oil. Serve these bite-sized treats hot alongside your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s light, nutritious, and packed with flavor. Perfect for fans of air fryer recipes and vegetable-based snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) while you prepare the ingredients.
Wash the zucchinis and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.
Place the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a separate shallow dish and mix them together.
Dredge each zucchini slice first in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it with the panko breadcrumb mixture.
Place the coated zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Lightly spray the tops of the zucchini slices with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
Air fry the zucchini slices for 8-10 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the slices from the air fryer and repeat the process with any remaining zucchini.
Serve the crispy air fried zucchini slices hot, with your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 6137 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1172 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
