Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Fries are a favorite side and snack, and it’s easier than ever to make your own at home. By using an air fryer, you can experiment with different ingredients, and we did just that and have loved these air fryer zucchini fries!
This fry recipe is not only delicious, but between the air fryer and using zucchini, it’s actually a more nutritious version of fries that you can grab at restaurants.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
By adding parmesan cheese to these fries, not only are we adding a great texture, but it really elevates the flavor. This will be a recipe you’ll find yourself returning to again and again whether you’re looking for a side for a main dish, or want a light, appetizing snack.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Parmesan Cheese: Adds flavor and texture.
Egg: Helps seasonings stick.
Zucchini: The “fries” for this recipe.
Salt: For seasoning and to prevent sogginess.
How to make air fryer zucchini fries
Step 1: Slice off the edges of the zucchini. Then, slice the zucchini in half. Cut each half into 8 fries. You should get 16 fries from each zucchini.
Step 3: Pat the zucchinis with a dry towel or paper towel to remove excess water and some of the salt. You can even rinse the zucchinis and pat dry if salt is a concern.
Step 5: Let the egg drip off and add it to the parmesan plate. Using your other hand, pat the cheese into the zucchini.
Step 2: Set the zucchini in a colander over a paper towel to catch water from the zucchini. Then, add a ½ tablespoon of salt. Mix the zucchinis with your hands or a large spoon to help coat the zucchinis with salt. Wait 20 minutes to let the moisture of the zucchinis get pulled out. This helps make the zucchinis more crispy.
Step 4: In a small bowl, add 1 egg per zucchini. On a plate, add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese. With one hand, grab the zucchini and dip it into the egg.
Step 5: Lift it with the designated cheese hand and add it to the air fryer basket. Keep the zucchinis spread apart so that they are not touching. Set the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 15 minutes. Flip the zucchini fries over at the 10-minute mark. Serve immediately.
Storage suggestions
These fries would be best served after making, but if you choose to make them ahead, you can definitely still enjoy them later. Be sure to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Tips
If you’ve made these zucchini fries ahead of time and want to heat them up, I would recommend doing so in the oven to retain some of the original texture.
Common Questions
Yes, zucchini fries are a healthier alternative to French fries, however, the level of “healthiness” also has to do with any other ingredients that you’re adding.
Adding salt to your zucchini will help prevent sogginess when air frying.
If you’re making zucchini fries in the air fryer, you’ll prevent breading (or in the case of this recipe, salt and parmesan) from falling off by using oil or egg which will help hold on to the dryer ingredient.
What to serve with zucchini fries
As I mentioned above, this recipe would make a great side to a main entree. A main dish that would pair well with this zucchini fry recipe would be these Weight Watchers Pork Chops. The fries would be a great side option! If you want to add a little something to a chicken recipe, then you’ll love adding the zucchini fries to this Weight Watchers Fiesta Chicken Recipe! For a hearty dish to serve with these fries, you could also try this Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe!
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Ingredients
- ½ c Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Egg
- 1 Zucchini
- ½ Tbsp Salt
Instructions
- Slice off the edges of the zucchini. Then, slice the zucchini in half. Cut each half into 8 fries. You should get 16 fries from each zucchini.
- Set the zucchini in a colander over a paper towel to catch water from the zucchini. Then, add a ½ tablespoon of salt. Mix the zucchinis with your hands or a large spoon to help coat the zucchinis with salt. Wait 20 minutes to let the moisture of the zucchinis get pulled out. This helps make the zucchinis more crispy.
- Pat the zucchinis with a dry towel or paper towel to remove excess water and some of the salt. You can even rinse the zucchinis and pat dry if salt is a concern.
- In a small bowl, add 1 egg per zucchini. On a plate, add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese. With one hand, grab the zucchini and dip it into the egg. Let the egg drip off and add it to the parmesan plate. Using your other hand, pat the cheese into the zucchini.
- Lift it with the designated cheese hand and add it to the air fryer basket. Keep the zucchinis spread apart so that they are not touching. Set the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 15 minutes. Flip the zucchini fries over at the 10-minute mark. Serve immediately.
