Description
Enjoy crispy and flavorful air-fried zucchini slices with far less oil. A nutritious side dish or snack that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Wash and slice the zucchinis into uniform rounds or sticks.
- Season the Zucchini: Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F (204°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Zucchini: Place zucchini in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Check for Doneness: Monitor the zucchini until golden brown and crispy; adjust cooking time if necessary.
- Add Cheese: During the last 2 minutes, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on zucchini if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove, cool slightly, and serve as a snack, side dish, or salad topping.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the basket for optimal crispiness and consider using different herbs or cheese alternatives for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: air frying, zucchini, healthy snacks, low-calorie, vegetable recipes
