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Air Fryer Zucchini Recipe
Air Fryer Zucchini turns a simple summer vegetable into a flavorful side dish with minimal effort. Fresh zucchini, olive oil, and a handful of pantry seasonings roast to tender perfection with lightly crisp edges—no breading required.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1-1 ¼ pounds medium zucchini 3 medium-sized
- 1 tablespoon oil olive or avocado
- ¾ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon each of dried basil and oregano
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Parsley fresh, optional
Instructions
- Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 380 degrees for at least 3 minutes.
- Cut the zucchini squash in half lengthwise, again into quarters, and then into ½-inch pieces.1-1 ¼ pounds medium zucchini
- Add the pieces to a large bowl and drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, basil, oregano, and paprika. Toss until well coated.1 tablespoon oil, ¾ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon each of dried basil and oregano, ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Add the coated zucchini to the Air Fryer basket and spread out in a single layer.
- Cook at 380 degrees for 9-10 minutes, or until the zucchini is lightly browned and tender. Toss the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and enjoy!Parsley
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Notes
- Zucchini: Cut into evenly sized pieces for even cooking.
- Salt: Salt and pat dry before cooking to remove excess moisture and encourage browning.
- Single Layer: Don't overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed for the crispiest zucchini.
- Shake: Shake the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Don't Overcook: Remove the zucchini as soon as it's tender-crisp to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Seasoning: Toss the zucchini thoroughly with the oil and seasonings so every piece is evenly coated.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 449IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
