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Air Fryer Zucchini (Easy and Quick)

By Jigna
Air Fryer Zucchini is an incredibly easy-to-make side dish with satisfying comfort and flavors. This recipe here gives you perfectly air-fried zucchini chunks with spices and herbs!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Cuisine World
Course Side Dish
Diet Healthy, Vegetarian
Servings 3

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchini (about 500g)
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 tablespoon breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon chickpea flour
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon sumac (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (or add to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Trim off the ends of the zucchini and cut into ¾ -inch chunks.
  • Transfer the zucchini chunks to a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add oil, breadcrumbs, chickpea flour, salt, pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, sumac, and chili flakes. Toss well to combine.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Add the seasoned zucchini chunks to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry the zucchini at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking a couple of times, until the breadcrumbs are golden and the zucchini is tender but not mushy.
  • Or, air fry the zucchini until you reach the desired tenderness.
  • Transfer the air fryer zucchini to a serving plate and enjoy!

Storing Suggestions

  • Refrigerate the zucchini in an airtight container for two days.
  • Reheat the air fryer zucchini in the air fryer until heated through or in the oven at 375°F.

Notes

  1. Breadcrumbs: If you do not have breadcrumbs, you can skip them. Instead, add an extra tablespoon of chickpea flour.
  2. Air Frying: It is best to cook the zucchini in a single layer. Overcrowding the air fryer basket will result in unevenly roasted zucchini. So, if all the zucchini chunks do not fit in a single layer, air fry the zucchini in batches.
  3. Do Not Overcook: Air Fryer cooking time may vary based on your model. It will generally take 7-10 minutes to cook zucchini. But it is safe to check earlier if you get the right texture.
  4. Air Fryer Zucchini: When cooked, zucchini should be slightly firm. If you cook until the chunks are mushy, they will become soggy. Do a taste test and decide if you need to cook further.

Nutrition (Approximate Values)

Calories : 101kcalCarbohydrates : 11gProtein : 3gFat : 6gSaturated Fat : 1gPolyunsaturated Fat : 2gMonounsaturated Fat : 3gTrans Fat : 0.02gSodium : 64mgPotassium : 387mgFiber : 2gSugar : 4gVitamin A : 319IUVitamin C : 23mgCalcium : 44mgIron : 1mg
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