Air Fryer Zucchini & Mushrooms

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Air Fryer Zucchini & Mushrooms is a flavorful & crispy low-carb side dish. It contains zucchini, cremini mushrooms, olive oil, seasonings, and Parmesan cheese. We would easily prepare this dish in twenty-two minutes, making it good for preparing on a busy day. This Air Fryer Zucchini & Mushrooms dish is perfect to prepare for weeknight dinners and as a side dish at some family gathering. Serve this Air Fryer Zucchini & Mushrooms with grilled chicken breast, garlic aioli, and fresh parsley. This dish stores properly, making it perfect for meal prep.

STATS:

  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Preparation duration: Ten minutes
  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Cook duration: Twelve minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 22 minutes
  • Course: Side Dish
  • Diet: Keto, Low Carb
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Air fryer
  • Silicone tongs
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Chopping board

INGREDIENTS:

  • Two medium zucchinis
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • One & ½ cups cremini mushrooms
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • One tbsp. olive oil
  • Salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • One tbsp. Parmesan cheese

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ZUCCHINI:

  • Add the zucchini to prepare this air fryer dish. It will provide the fiber, nutrients, and low-carb content that make this dish healthy & keto-friendly. We would also utilize the yellow squash instead, but it might become softer during cooking.

MUSHROOMS:

  • Add the mushrooms to provide the meaty flavor & soft texture in this dish. We would also utilize the button mushrooms instead of cremini mushrooms to provide a similar earthy taste.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Add the olive oil to help the vegetables crisp up beautifully in the air fryer. It will improve the flavor and provide healthy fats without making the dish oily. We would also utilize avocado oil instead for this purpose.

GARLIC POWDER:

  • Add the garlic powder to provide the savory and indulgent flavor in the vegetables. We would also utilize the garlic granules instead to provide a similar garlic taste without the risk of burning.

ONION POWDER:

  • Add the onion powder to provide the subtle sweetness and depth of flavor in the dish. We would also utilize the dried minced onion instead to enrich the overall taste.

SMOKED PAPRIKA:

  • Add the smoked paprika to provide the smoky flavor and appealing color in the vegetables. It will also enrich the roasted taste of the dish. We would also utilize regular paprika instead if the smoked variety is unavailable.

SALT & BLACK PEPPER:

  • Add the salt & black pepper to boost the natural taste of the vegetables, and they also balance all the seasonings in the dish.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Add the Parmesan cheese to provide the salty, umami flavor and a light, crispy topping in the dish. We would also utilize the grated Pecorino Romano instead to provide a similar cheesy flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. We preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F.
  2. Make slices of mushrooms & zucchini with a knife.
  3. Add the slices to the dish.
  4. Include smoked paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, olive oil, and garlic powder to the dish.
  5. Toss the vegetables to coat them equally.
  6. Put the seasoned zucchini and mushrooms in one layer in the basket.
  7. Air them for ten to twelve minutes and change the sides in between the time for even crispness.
  8. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese in the last two minutes of this dish.
  9. Serve hot.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PROTEIN:

  • Keto Steak Bites
  • Baked Pork Chops
  • Grilled Turkey Cutlets
  • Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs
  • Pan-Seared Tofu

MAIN DISHES:

  • Garlic Butter Pork Tenderloin
  • Baked Cod
  • Stuffed Bell Peppers
  • Cauliflower crust pizza

SIDE DISHES:

  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Broccoli with Butter
  • Cabbage Stir-Fry

DIPS & SAUCES:

  • Keto Marinara Sauce
  • Basil Pesto
  • Chimichurri Sauce
  • Creamy Parmesan Sauce

SALADS:

  • Spinach Salad
  • Caprese Salad
  • Garden Salad
  • Broccoli Salad

TOPPINGS & GARNISHES:

  • Lemon Zest
  • Fresh Chives
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Toasted Pine Nuts

LOW-CARB BREADS:

  • Cheese Biscuits
  • Cloud Bread
  • Coconut Flour Bread
  • Keto Focaccia

TIPS:

  • Air-fry this dish in batches so they don’t get soggy.
  • Make the dish in double quantity to prepare it for meal prep.
  • Dry the mushrooms properly to eradicate the extra moisture.
  • Sprinkle red flakes on mushrooms & zucchini to raise the spice level.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the dish in a covered vessel and store for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Avoid freezing the dish, as the zucchini will get mushy.

FAQs:

Will we make this dish with frozen vegetables?

  • We would easily prepare it with frozen vegetables, but it is good to utilize the fresh ones for the best taste.

Would we include any other vegetable variety?

  • Yes, add the asparagus, cauliflower, broccoli, and bell peppers to the dish to make it healthier, as we like.

Would we utilize oven roasting for the vegetables?

  • Yes, we could roast the vegetables in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes at 400° F.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 120 kcal

Net Carbs: 4 g

Total Carbs: 6 g

Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 3 g

Fat: 9 g

Calcium: 35 g

Iron: 0.7 g

Vitamin A: 18 g

Sodium: 130 g

Potassium: 440 g

Serving size: 1 cup