This Air-Fryer Zucchini is healthy & quick dish. It has zucchini slices, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and seasonings. We can easily obtain all these components from stores, and tis’s simple to prepare as well. This recipe contains cheese, so use the vegan cheese substitute if required. Air Fryer Zucchini takes only fifteen minutes to prepare, making it perfect to prepare a delicious side dish quickly. It is not good to freeze this dish, but you can store it for some time in the fridge. Serve this dish with hummus, brown rice, or roasted potatoes.
STATS:
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Required preparation duration: Five minutes
- Servings: 4
- Required cooking duration: Ten minutes
- Whole duration: Fifteen minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Course: Side Dish
EQUIPMENT:
- Cutting board
- Air fryer
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- Use the fresh and firm form of zucchini to make this dish. It will offer a nice taste & texture in the recipe. It is best to use the medium-sized zucchini as it cooks equally and gets lightly crisp corners.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is utilized to coat the seasoning on the zucchini. It also helps to brown the zucchini and keeps them juicy.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Use the garlic powder to provide the savory taste in the zucchini. Don’t have to use the fresh garlic cloves as they will burn in the air fryer.
ONION POWDER:
- It will provide the light, sweet taste, and also deepen the flavor of this zucchini. It will nicely balance the taste of garlic and all other seasonings.
ITALIAN SEASONINGS:
- Use the Italian seasonings, which are a blend of herbs. It will make the zucchini aromatic and provide the herbs’ flavor.
SALT & BLACK PEPPER:
- Salt and black pepper are added to this zucchini. Salt will boost the flavor, while the black pepper will add a light spicy taste. Crush the black pepper fresh for the strong taste.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory flavor and rich taste to the zucchini and also provides a crispy coating.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Pre-heat the air fryer at 400°F for three minutes.
- Then, put the zucchini slices in the mixing vessel and drizzle the olive oil in it.
- Now add all the spices and mix to coat the zucchini.
- Add the parmesan cheese over it and put the slices in basket.
- Now air fry the zucchini for eight to ten minutes, then shake the basket in between.
- Take them out of the air fryer till they get lightly golden and soft.
- Serve the zucchini.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN:
- Grilled Chicken Breast
- Baked Salmon
- Garlic Shrimp
- Turkey Meatballs
- Grilled Tofu
GRAIN & RICE DISHES:
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Wild Rice
- Couscous
- Lemon Herb Orzo
PASTA DISHES:
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
- Pesto Pasta
- Parmesan Linguine
- Whole Wheat Penne
- Garlic Butter Noodles
SALADS:
- Greek Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Arugula Salad
- Chickpea Salad
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Tzatziki
- Hummus
- Garlic Yogurt Dip
- Marinara Sauce
- Ranch Dressing
MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:
- Falafel
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Tabbouleh
- Baba Ganoush
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
BREADS & FLATBREADS:
- Garlic Bread
- Pita Bread
- Focaccia
- Naan
- Whole Grain Rolls
LOW-CARB PAIRING:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Roasted Asparagus
- Sautéed Spinach
- Steamed Broccoli
- Cucumber Salad
SOUP PAIRING:
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Minestrone Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Chicken Soup
BEVERAGE PAIRING:
- Lemon Water
- Iced Tea
- Sparkling Water
- Cucumber Mint Water
- Fresh Lemonade
TIPS:
- Don’t add lots of zucchini to the basket as they get soggy.
- Make the equal zucchini slices so they cook in similar time period.
- Serve the zucchini while it’s hot, as they get soft when they get cool.
- Include the pepper flakes or paprika to make it tastier & spicier.
- It is best to use the freshly grated cheese, so it melts properly and provides a good flavor.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the zucchini in vessel & store for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Don’t freeze the zucchini as they get soft.
FAQs:
Can I air fry the dish without using oil?
- Yes, we can easily air fry the zucchini without using oil, but it might not be crispy in the same way.
Is it required to peel the zucchini?
- It is not required to peel the skin as the skin is edible, and it also helps to keep its shape.
Will I utilize the yellow squash to prepare this recipe?
- Yes, yellow squash serves as a nice alternative to make this dish.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 4 g
Serving: 4
Total Carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 6 g
Calories: 85 kcal
Sodium: 220 mg
Potassium: 320 mg
Calcium: 0.08 g
Serving Size: 1 cup
Iron: 0.001 g
Vitamin A: 0.0002 g