Description
Crispy air fryer zucchini fries deliver a golden, crunchy twist on classic comfort food. Parmesan-coated and seasoned with herbs, these zesty fries bring Mediterranean flavors to your plate, making you crave another irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Spray:
- olive oil spray (or canola or coconut oil spray)
Instructions
- Trim zucchini ends and slice into uniform fry-shaped sticks approximately ½-inch wide, maintaining the nutritious skin for added texture and visual appeal.
- Establish three separate shallow containers: first with flour, second with beaten eggs, third with combined Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for efficient coating process.
- Methodically dredge zucchini pieces by first dusting with flour, shaking off excess, then thoroughly coating in egg wash, and finally rolling in seasoned breadcrumb mixture, gently pressing to ensure complete coverage.
- Carefully position coated zucchini sticks in air fryer basket, maintaining spacing for optimal air circulation. Lightly mist tops with cooking spray to enhance crispiness. Cook at 400°F for 10-12 minutes without flipping, allowing even golden browning.
- Immediately transfer crispy zucchini fries from air fryer to serving plate. Accompany with preferred dipping sauce such as ranch, marinara, or garlic aioli for enhanced flavor experience.
Notes
- Pat zucchini dry with paper towels before coating to prevent soggy fries and ensure maximum crispiness.
- Swap wheat flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a celiac-friendly version that maintains crispy texture.
- Experiment with different spice blends like smoked paprika, cayenne, or herbs de Provence to customize flavor profiles according to personal preference.
- Consume immediately for best results, but if needed, reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to restore crunchiness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg