Looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy zucchini? These air fryer zucchini fries are the perfect solution! Made with fresh zucchini, these fries are a healthier alternative to traditional fried foods.
They are lightly seasoned and crispy, making them irresistible! Plus, they're so easy to make! Simply slice the zucchini into fry-sized pieces, coat in a light batter, and air fry until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Check out my list of other Air Fryer Recipes for even more ideas and recipes!
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Zucchini fries are the perfect snack or side dish. They're crispy, flavorful, and best of all, made in the air fryer. This recipe is simple to follow and yields perfect results every time.
Zucchini sticks or fries are a healthier alternative to traditional fried foods. They're cooked in the air fryer, so there's no need for oil or butter. Plus, they're seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices for flavor.
Looking for more Air Fryer Recipes? Try my Air Fryer Pizza, Air Fryer Chicken Skewers, or choose a delicious recipe from this collection of Chicken Air Fryer Recipes.
Table of Contents
- Recipe Notes
- How to cut zucchini into sticks
- What to do with abundance of zucchini?
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Top Tip
- Air Fry the Zucchini
- Serving Tips
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Storing, Freezing and Reheating Tips
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Recipe Notes
The key to making crispy zucchini fries is to slice the zucchini evenly. This allows them to cook evenly in the air fryer. This recipe yields perfectly crispy zucchini fries that are sure to be a hit with everyone.
So, if you're looking for a healthier alternative to traditional French fries, look no further than this easy delicious air fryer appetizer. It also makes a great side dish to my recipe for hamburgers made in the air fryer.
Looking for another vegetable to air fry? Try this recipe for Air Fryer Fried Squash or my Air Fryer Potatoes and Carrots.
How to cut zucchini into sticks
For this recipe, you need to cut the zucchini into uniform sticks so they cook evenly in the air fryer. Here are a few easy tips to follow for cutting zucchini:
- To cut zucchini into sticks, start by trimming off the ends of the squash.
- Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, and then slice each half into thirds or quarters.
- Next, cut the zucchini crosswise into sticks that are about ¼-inch thick. If your zucchini sticks are too thick or too thin, they may not cook evenly.
- Once you have cut the zucchini into sticks, you're ready to follow the recipe below.
What to do with abundance of zucchini?
The last two summers our zucchini were destroyed and eaten by a bug. So we decided this year to plant twice as many plants in different areas of our garden in case the bug came back
Imagine our surprise when the bug not only didn't come back, but ALL the zucchini plants produced and are still producing!
So what do you do with all that extra zucchini? One option is to share it with friends and neighbors. And yes, they are happy to receive zucchini from our garden.
Here's another delicious recipe for zucchine alla scapece to help you enjoy your harvest!
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Ingredients
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Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- For baking directions, try my Parmesan Crusted Roasted Zucchini Recipe.
- Try another vegetable in the air fryer with these Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Trim off the top and slice the zucchini in half shortways. Slice longways into skinny pieces that resemble sticks or fries. Work in batches and begin coating the zucchini sticks.
Top Tip
Make sure you cut the sticks all the same size so cooking is even.
First dip in the flour, then in the egg mixture. Shake off the excess.
Then dip in the mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Lay the zucchini sticks flat on a baking tray until all are coated.
Air Fry the Zucchini
Arrange the zucchini sticks in the air fryer basket or baking tray. Do not let them overlap.
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes or until the zucchini sticks are golden brown. There is no need to turn or flip them halfway through. Remove from the basket carefully using tongs.
Serving Tips
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or ketchup. Try my pizza dipping sauces too!
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Storing, Freezing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Leftover zucchini sticks can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. To store, place them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.
Reheating: When reheating, make sure to heat them in the air fryer for a few minutes all the way through.
Freezing: I don't think these zucchini sticks will freeze well.
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Zucchini
Ingredients
- 4 zucchini
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
- 3 eggs beaten
- 1 ½ cups Panko breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Method
- Trim off the top and slice the zucchini in half shortways. Slice longways into skinny pieces that resemble sticks or fries.
- Work in batches and begin coating the zucchini sticks.
- First dip in the flour, then the egg mixture. Shake off the excess.
- Then dip in the mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
- Lay the zucchini sticks flat on a baking tray until all are coated.
- Arrange the zucchini sticks in the air fryer basket or baking tray. Do not let me overlap.
- Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes or until the zucchini sticks are golden brown.
- There is no need to turn or flip them halfway through.
- Remove from the basket carefully using tongs.
- Serve immediately.
Kathy says
I too am from NY (Brooklyn, then Queens (Richmond Hill, Ozone Park and Howard Beach), then Long Island. Moved to Arizona in 2005. Love your recipes.
Lois says
Well hello my fellow New Yorker! Thanks for visiting my blog!
Phil "the mind" says
This is awesome.