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Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini

Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini: Your New Favorite Guilt-Free Snack

Transform ordinary zucchini into a delightful, crispy snack with this easy and healthy recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 2 medium Zucchini Freshness is key for the best texture.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with cooking spray to cut calories.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to substitute with fresh minced garlic for more robust flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder This can be omitted or replaced with shallot powder if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Exchange for cayenne if you're in the mood for a spicy kick.
  • 1 pinch Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Freshly ground offers the best flavor for this crispy dish.
Optional Additions
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese Replace with nutritional yeast for a vegan-friendly option.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the zucchini thoroughly, then trim the ends and slice into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Toss the zucchini rounds in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Place the seasoned zucchini slices into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook the zucchini for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  7. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the zucchini in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  8. Once cooked, allow the zucchini to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra crunch, consider coating zucchini slices in beaten egg and breadcrumbs before air frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, reheating in the air fryer to regain crunch.

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