Mouthwatering Air Fryer Zucchini Parmesan
Elevate your vegetable game with this irresistible Air Fryer Zucchini Parmesan! This healthy and crispy dish transforms fresh zucchini into a cheesy delight that’s perfect for snacking or serving as a side. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that even picky eaters will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 300g)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (100g)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the zucchinis, then cut them into thick slices or sticks.
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together olive oil with a splash of water to create a wet mixture.
- Dip each zucchini piece in the wet mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the coated zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 zucchini bites (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg