Description
Discover the ultimate Easy Air Fryer Zucchini Parmesan, a crispy and cheesy delight that’s quick to prepare. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal, this healthy recipe combines the fresh taste of zucchini with savory Parmesan cheese for unparalleled flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole wheat)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by slicing your zucchinis into even rounds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss zucchini rounds until evenly coated.
- Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan in another bowl for a cheesy coating.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place zucchini in a single layer and air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully remove from the air fryer and serve hot, optionally sprinkling extra Parmesan on top.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- This dish pairs well with marinara sauce, grilled chicken, or fish.
- Experiment with different spices for personalized flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg