Description
This Low-Calorie Air Fryer Zucchini Parmesan recipe offers a healthy, crispy snack or side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. Using fresh zucchini rounds coated in a savory mixture of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning, then air-fried to golden perfection, it captures the classic flavors of Parmesan in a lighter, guilt-free version.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 300g)
Coating
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (100g)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Binding
- 2 large eggs
Others
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini slices: Wash zucchinis thoroughly and slice into rounds approximately half an inch thick to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
- Mix coatings: In one bowl, beat the eggs until frothy to create a binding layer. In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to form the flavorful breadcrumb mixture.
- Coat zucchini: Dip each zucchini slice first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat generously with the breadcrumb mixture to ensure a crispy outer layer when cooked.
- Preheat air fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to reach the ideal cooking temperature for crispy texture.
- Cook slices: Place coated zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap. Lightly spray the slices with olive oil to promote browning. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure golden brown and even crispiness on both sides.
- Serve: Allow the zucchini Parmesan to cool slightly after cooking. Serve warm, either plain or accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping, enhancing the classic flavor experience.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for uniform zucchini slices if available.
- Ensure zucchini slices are dry before dipping to help the coating adhere better.
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs rather than regular breadcrumbs.
- Olive oil spray helps reduce added fat while achieving a crispy texture.
- Can be made gluten free by substituting panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Serve immediately for best texture as the coating can soften upon standing.
