Air Fryer Zucchini Fries (2024)

Thesehealthy Air Fryer Zucchini Friesare so crispy and tasty. If you’re looking for a healthy snack, then these non-greasy fries will feed your craving and give you a serving of veggies, too.

You should also try these air fryer french fries, and then dip them in our yummy 3-ingredient chick-fil-a sauce.

Recipe Details

Sometimes you just want something fried, am I right? And these delicious Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are just the thing to satisfy your craving without any of the guilt.

• TASTE: Salty and cheesy from the Parmesan, these zucchini fries are so yummy. Pair them with a tasty sauce for the perfect combo.
• TEXTURE: You’ll love how crispy these fries are, and not the least bit soggy. The Panko bread crumbs gives them the best crunch.
• TIME: This recipe takes just 8 minutes!
• EASE: Making these Air Fryer Zucchini Fries is a snap. This can be your new go-to for delicious, healthy snacking.

What You’ll Need

Ingredient Notes

• Zucchini– Look for ones that are unblemished and firm, with no nicks or cuts to the skin. You can cut them into strips for fries or rounds if you prefer chips.
• Dredge– Panko bread crumbs, Plain bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese create the outer layer and add a great cheesy flavor. Panko especially gives it that yummy crunchiness.

Add-ins and Substitutions

• Make them paleo/low carb-Substitute coconut or almond flour for the bread crumbs in the dredge to make this recipe paleo-friendly and low carb. Ground pork rinds are another low carb possibility.
• Add seasonings-You can change up the flavor profile of these fries by adding paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, curry, onion powder, or turmeric and black pepper to the dredge.
• Use gluten-free ingredients-Almond, coconut, or rice flour are great gluten-free options to replace the bread crumbs in these air fryer zucchini fries. Panko also comes gluten-free.
• Substitute other vegetables- Instead of zucchini, you can try this with yellow squash, eggplant rounds, potatoes, or sweet potatoes.

How to Make Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

• Make the dip. Combine the egg, salt, and garlic. Whisk them together with a fork.
• Cut and dip the zucchini.Slice the zucchini into strips and then dip each one into the egg mixture.

• Make the dredge.Combine the panko, bread crumbs, Parmesan, and salt in a bowl.
• Dredge the zucchini sticks.Dip each zucchini stick into the bread mixture, making sure it is coated on all sides.

Pro Tip:When dipping and dredging, designate one hand for the wet and one for the dry. Otherwise, you land up layering your hands over and over with egg and bread crumbs as well as the zucchini!

• Oil the basket and fries.Spray cooking spray on the air fryer basket and then place your zucchini sticks inside. Spray the tops and sides of the zucchini with the cooking spray.
• Bake.Bake your zucchini fries in the air fryer for about 8 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Serve.

Recipe Tips

• Release excess moisture- Because zucchini has a lot of moisture, you can release some by sprinkling them with salt and laying them on a paper towel for 20 minutes before breading and baking them.
• Preheat the air fryer– When you preheat the air fryer, it gets hot enough to cook the fries right away at a high temperature. Heating them at too low a temp will make them soggy.
• Make them extra crunchy- You can add a little more Panko to the breading mixture andbake them for a few extra minutes in the air fryer to get an extra crispy exterior.
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket- The best way to get even cooking is by spacing out the fries in the basket in a single layer to allow the circulation of hot air to hit all sides.

FAQs

Serving Suggestions

These Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a delicious and healthy side dish or snack that goes well with everything. Here are some yummy ways to enjoy them.

• Proteins: Make these the side for a Ribeye Steak, Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops (VIDEO), Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, or Panko Crusted Salmon.
• Sauces: Dip these awesome fries in ketchup, Homemade BBQ Sauce, Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, or Yum Yum Sauce.
• Sandwiches: Plate them with a Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Turkey Croissant Sandwich, Spicy Chipotle Burger with Avocado Sauce, or Classic BLT Sandwich.

Make This Recipe in Advance

Make ahead: These zucchini fries are easy to reheat, so you can make them ahead and then just warm them up before serving. The best way to reheat them so they keep their crispy texture is to put them back in the air fryer and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 3-4 minutes.

Storing: Store any leftover Air Fryer Zucchini Fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last for about 4 days, but as the zucchini sits, more moisture will leak out. To avoid soggy fries, eat within a day or two, or freeze.

Freeze: Place your cooled fries in a ziplock freezer bag and you can store them in the freezer for up to 4 months. Flash freezing them in a single layer before putting them in the bag will make it easier to take out some when you want a quick snack.

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