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Low Calorie Air Fryer Zucchini Fries recipe card

Low Calorie Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Crispy, cheesy zucchini fries made fast in the air fryer for a light, snackable appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 1 batch zucchini fries
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumb mix panko or Italian style
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray.
  2. Trim the zucchini and cut into 3 inch long fry-shaped sticks, about finger thickness, and set aside.
  3. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until evenly combined.
  4. In a second bowl, beat the eggs until completely smooth.
  5. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, breaking up any clumps.
  6. Working in batches, coat each zucchini fry in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  7. Dip the floured zucchini into the beaten eggs, letting excess egg drip off.
  8. Press each zucchini fry into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture until well coated on all sides.
  9. Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray.
  10. Air fry at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crisp on the outside and tender inside.
  11. Transfer the cooked zucchini fries to a serving plate and repeat with any remaining fries, then serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

- For lower carbs, you can replace the flour with almond flour or coconut flour and use a low carb breadcrumb alternative.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in 2 batches if needed for the crispiest fries.
- Zucchini can be swapped with eggplant sticks or whole green beans; adjust cooking time slightly until crisp and tender.
- These fries are best served immediately but can be reheated in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 to 4 minutes to re-crisp.