Can I skip the cheese?

Yes, though they won’t be as crispy. Try breadcrumbs or nutritional yeast for texture.

Too much moisture or overcrowding. Dry the slices and spread them out.

Do I need to peel the zucchini?

Nope! The peel helps hold them together — plus it adds fiber and texture.

Air Fryer Zucchini – Quick & Crispy Side You’ll Crave

Name: Air Fryer Zucchini (Crispy, Cheesy & So Easy!)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb zucchini, sliced into ½-inch rounds; 1 tbsp olive oil; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp dried oregano (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese

Air Fryer Zucchini (Crispy, Cheesy & So Easy!)

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Author: Ely Rechard
Total Time: 13 minutes
Yield: 2–4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy, cheesy air fryer zucchini made in just 15 minutes. A quick and healthy side dish or snack!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb zucchini, sliced into ½-inch rounds

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp dried oregano (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

2. Toss zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.

3. Add parmesan and toss again to coat evenly.

4. Arrange zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

5. Air fry for 8 minutes, or until golden and crispy. No flipping needed.

6. Serve hot with extra cheese if desired.

Notes

Slice zucchini evenly for even cooking.

Pat zucchini dry to avoid sogginess.

Avoid overcrowding in the air fryer basket.

Reheat leftovers in the air fryer or oven for best texture.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 172
Sugar: 5.7g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 12.2g
Saturated Fat: 4.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9.9g
Fiber: 2.5g
Protein: 7.9g
Cholesterol: 11mg