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Golden air-fried zucchini crisps coated in parmesan cheese, served on a plate for a crunchy snack or appetizer.

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Crisps

4.67 from 3 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Crisps are a quick, crispy, and flavorful snack or side dish made with just a handful of ingredients. Thin zucchini slices are coated in savory Parmesan and air fried to golden perfection. They're low-carb, kid-friendly, and irresistibly crunchy—perfect for guilt-free snacking!

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Instructions

  • Line a large cooking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan, and spices. Adjust seasonings to taste. Set aside.
  • Slice the Zucchini into ¼-inch thick slices.
  • Dip each Zucchini slice first in flour to completely coat, then shake off the excess flour.
  • Next, dip the floured slice in the beaten egg, shaking off the excess.  
  • Finally, dip the slice in the breadcrumb mix, making sure to coat the slice completely. Put coated Zucchini slice onto the prepared cooking sheet. Repeat until all the Zucchini slices are done.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F and spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Put coated Zucchini into the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray lightly with cooking spray. Cook for 8-10 mins, until golden and crispy.
  • Serve warm with marinara sauce or other dipping sauce of choice.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 932mgPotassium: 233mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 379IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 209mgIron: 2mg