Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Air fryer zucchini fries are a healthier option versus their potato counterpart. These crispy fries are encrusted with panko crumbs, Parmesan, and a blend of flavorful seasonings.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 127kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Large Zucchini washed and sliced
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- Cooking Olive Oil Spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer on Air Fry to 400°F and set the time to 9 minutes.
- Wash and cut the zucchini lengthwise.
- Slice the halves in half.
- Then cut into ½ inch thick strips that are 4 inches long.
- Pat the zucchini dry and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs until combined.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the panko with the Parmesan cheese.
- Mix in the garlic powder and the onion powder.
- Dip the zucchini spears into the eggs.
- Then dredge the spears into the panko mixture.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray.
- Spray the dredged zucchini fries with cooking spray and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. (Or in a single layer if using an oven-style air fryer.)
- Shake the basket half way through air frying. Or, rotate the trays if using an oven-style air fryer.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For even air frying, cut the zucchini into the same sized spears and air fry in a single layer with space between each fry.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 266IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg
