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Easy and Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries made with parmesan and breadcrumbs—ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for snacking or dipping.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 468 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup plain bread crumbs
  • ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Cooking oil spray for cooking
Garlic Aioli:
  • 4-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Slice the zucchini into 3-inch long, ½-inch thick “fries” and set aside.
  2. To one shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, lightly whisk the eggs. In a third shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Dredge each zucchini fry in flour, then egg, allowing the excess to drip off. Roll in the breadcrumb mixture, coating completely, and set on a plate.
  4. Spray the inner basket of your air fryer with cooking oil spray, then preheat to 400 degrees.
  5. Working in batches, place the zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer. Spray the tops of the fries lightly with cooking oil. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown and crispy. Season with kosher salt while warm.
  6. While the fries are cooking, make the aioli. In a small bowl, stir the garlic, lemon or lime juice, and Dijon mustard together until combined. Allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Whisk in mayonnaise until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with the cooked zucchini fries.

Notes

  • For the crispiest zucchini fries, pat the zucchini dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before breading.
  • Always preheat your air fryer and cook the fries in a single layer for best results—work in smaller batches if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes.
  • These fries also freeze well. Lay them flat on a baking sheet to freeze, then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
  • For the crispiest zucchini fries, pat the zucchini dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before breading.
  • Always preheat your air fryer and cook the fries in a single layer for best results—work in smaller batches if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes.
  • These fries also freeze well. Lay them flat on a baking sheet to freeze, then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 468kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 18g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 105mg (35%) Sodium 1165mg (49%) Potassium 397mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 435IU (9%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 172mg (17%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 468

% Daily Value*

Calories 468kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18g 106%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 105mg 35%
Sodium 1165mg 49%
Potassium 397mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 435IU 9%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 172mg 17%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.