Description
These air fryer zucchini fries are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated with savory Parmesan and seasoned breadcrumbs. They make a quick and healthier snack, appetizer, or side dish with minimal oil and plenty of flavor.
Ingredients
3 medium zucchini, cut into 3-inch fry shapes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons avocado oil cooking spray
Instructions
- In a shallow plate, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Beat the eggs in a small bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each zucchini fry into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with avocado oil cooking spray.
- Arrange the zucchini fries in a single layer in the basket and lightly spray the tops.
- Air fry at 400°F for about 9 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.
Notes
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Add garlic powder or smoked paprika for additional flavor.
Swap Parmesan cheese with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
Serve with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, garlic aioli, or spicy dipping sauces.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 to 4 minutes to restore crispiness.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
