Air Fryer Oven Baked Zucchini and Cheese is a flavorful side dish. Make this bake with zucchini slices, mozzarella cheese shreds, garlic powder, olive oil, Italian seasonings, parmesan cheese shreds, & onion powder. These are very simple items, and we effortlessly get them from markets. This dish contains cheese, so utilize the vegan cheese to make the dairy-free bake. Serve this dish with garlic bread, marinara sauce, or grilled chicken. Air Fryer Oven Baked Zucchini and Cheese stores nicely, perfect to prepare in advance. It has just 4g net carbs, so we can easily have them in a keto diet as well.
STATS:
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Prep duration: Ten minutes
- Serving size: 1
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 22 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Low-Carb
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer oven
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Tongs
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- One tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- One tsp. Italian seasoning
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It is best to use this to make the crispy corners. Grate it then fresh and finely, as it melts fast and provides a nuttier flavor than pre-grated parmesan cheese.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- It will help to provide a good melty topping. It is best to use the low-moisture mozzarella cheese, so it works nicely and browns better. Shred the mozzarella fresh to provide good results.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use the olive oil to roast the zucchini and prevent them from drying out. Seasonings will stick easily on the slices with the oil coating. You can also use avocado oil instead for this purpose.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder provides the savory taste and prevents the addition of moisture. It will spread equally in the mixture and balance the flavor of the bake.
ZUCCHINI:
- It is best to use fresh and medium zucchini, as they provide a soft texture. Make the equal-sized slices so they get cooked at the same time.
ONION POWDER:
- It will add a slight sweet taste and also balance the taste of other seasonings as well. It will mix easily in the oil coating, and a small amount of onion powder is enough to enrich the flavor of the bake.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- Italian seasoning will provide the true Mediterranean flavor in this bake. It is made with a combination of basil, thyme, and oregano and pairs nicely with the cheeses & zucchini.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the air fryer at 375° F and cut the quarter-inch thick zucchini slices with a knife.
- Put the zucchini slices in the vessel, then drizzle the oil.
- Sprinkle onion powder, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, and mix till well combined.
- Add the zucchini slices in one layer in the basket and sprinkle both cheeses on them.
- Air-fry them for 10 to 12 minutes till the cheese melts and is golden.
- Take them out with care, make slices, and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN:
- Grilled Chicken
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Baked Salmon
- Turkey Meatballs
- Steak Strips
KETO SIDES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Mushrooms
- Avocado Salad
- Cucumber Salad
PASTA & GRAINS:
- Herb Rice
- Buttered Noodles
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Couscous
- Creamy Risotto
BREAD:
- Garlic Bread
- Breadsticks
- Focaccia
- Toasted Baguette
- Dinner Rolls
SAUCES & DIPS:
- Marinara Sauce
- Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Aioli
- Pesto
- Spicy Yogurt Dip
SOUP:
- Tomato Soup
- Minestrone Soup
- Chicken Vegetable Soup
- Creamy Mushroom Soup
- Lentil Soup
TIPS:
- Dry the zucchini well with a kitchen towel to decrease the additional moisture content.
- Don’t add the zucchini slices to the basket to make them crisp.
- Include the red pepper to make the spicy bake.
- Shred the cheese fresh so it melts well.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
Put the zucchini bake in the airtight vessel.
FRIDGE:
- Store this dish for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze them for one month.
FAQs:
Can I utilize yellow squash to make this bake as a zucchini substitute?
- Yellow squash cooks in the same time as zucchini and provides the same results, so there is no issue in using it.
How should I prevent the zucchini from getting soggy?
- Dry them well and don’t overcrowd the basket so the zucchini slices will not get soggy.
Will I prepare this bake before the requirement?
- Prepare the zucchini and assemble the dish and store it, but bake it fresh for the best texture.
Can I use any other cheese variety?
- We can easily utilize the provolone, feta cheese, cheddar cheese, and Jack to make this dish.
Is this zucchini and cheese bake good for a keto diet?
- This zucchini and cheese bake is good for a keto diet as they contain low-carb items.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Per Serving
Calories: 165 kcal
Net carbs: 4 g
Iron: 1 g
Total carbs: 6 g
Vitamin A: 0.2 g
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 0.3 g
Protein: 10 g
Sodium: 320 g
Serving size: 1 serving
Serving: 4 servings
Potassium: 0.4 g