Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

A plate of zucchini fries with a tomato dip.

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside—these air fryer zucchini fries are a lighter, fuss-free take on a favorite snack or side, perfect for dipping and sharing.

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Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy,, vegetarian

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Makes:

Calories: 154kcal

Ingredients

2 medium zucchinis
1 egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan
Seasoning salt, pepper, herbs, chili – whatever combination you prefer
Cooking spray

Instructions

Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise, then slice each half into fry-sized sticks.
Whisk the egg in a small bowl.
Mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated parmesan in another bowl.
Dip each zucchini stick in the egg, then press into the panko mixture. Get it good and coated.
Air fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Spray the basket with cooking spray. Arrange fries in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Spray the tops lightly with oil.
Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Serve right away to enjoy while they are crisp.

Notes

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and for guidance only.

There's no need to peel the zucchini.

If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs.

If you don't have parmesan cheese, use any hard cheese, finely grated.

To ensure crispiness, don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - work in batches if needed.

Enjoy the zucchini fries right away while they are hot and crisp. If they start to soften after serving, pop back into the air fryer for a minute to restore the crispiness.

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