Description
Enjoy these crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries as a healthier alternative to traditional fries. They are coated in a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, then air-fried to perfection. These zucchini fries make a delicious appetizer or side dish that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries:
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into fry-sized sticks
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Prepare Coating: Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko, Parmesan, seasonings, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Zucchini: Dredge zucchini sticks in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko mixture.
- Air Fry: Arrange coated zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray with cooking spray. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Serve zucchini fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breading for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 fries
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
