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The Best Air Fryer Zucchini Recipe Ever
Enjoy crispy, flavorful zucchini with minimal effort using your air fryer. Perfect as a snack or side dish!
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced into 1/4-inch rounds or sticks)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste Salt & black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or lemon wedges garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice zucchini; pat dry.
- Toss zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange zucchini in a single layer; cook 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Garnish with parsley or lemon; serve warm.
Notes
For extra crispiness, spray zucchini lightly with cooking spray before air frying.