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Zucchini in Air Fryer for Perfectly Crispy and Tender Bites


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This air fryer zucchini recipe results in perfectly crispy and tender zucchini that makes a great side dish or snack.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds or half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchinis with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until the zucchini is evenly coated.
  3. Place the zucchini in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
  4. Air fry the zucchini for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.
  5. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  6. Once done, remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can marinate the zucchini for 30 minutes before air frying.
  • Feel free to experiment with different seasonings, such as paprika or cayenne pepper, for a spicy kick.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch or marinara for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 3
  • Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 6
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 2

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