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Crispy Zucchini Fries

Looking for a healthier snack? Try these crispy air fryer zucchini fries! They're not only better for you than deep-fried ones, but they're also delicious. This air fried zucchini recipe will help you get the perfect crispy texture using flour, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Learn how to make these amazing zucchini fries in just a few simple steps.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time9 minutes
Total Time29 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breaded zucchini sticks, zucchini fries
Servings: 4 servings of 5 zucchini fries each
Calories: 278kcal
Author: Mindy Boyd

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
  • cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  • Wash zucchini and dry with paper towels, cut into fries approximately 3" X ½".
    1 medium zucchini
  •  Beat eggs in a small shallow bowl.
    2 eggs
  • Mix flour, salt and pepper in a separate bowl, plate or shallow dish.
    ½ cup flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • Place bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and olive oil on a plate and toss to combine. 
    1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs, ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pat excess moisture off of each zucchini stick with a paper towel; dredge zucchini into flour mixture, then egg mixture, then breadcrumb mixture. 
  • Spray bottom of air fryer basket with cooking spray.
    cooking spray
  • Place into air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 400° for 7-9 minutes or until zucchini is tender and golden brown.

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Nutrition

Serving: 6fries | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 3mg