Air Fryer Zucchini
This easy air fryer zucchini recipe creates perfectly tender and flavorful zucchini in under 15 minutes, making it a quick and healthy side dish for any meal. It's a great way to use up fresh garden zucchini.
Equipment
- air fryer
- large bowl
- tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until the zucchini is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes. Once preheated, arrange the seasoned zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. You may need to cook in batches.
- Air fry for 8-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. Continue to cook until the zucchini is tender and slightly browned, with a crisp-tender texture.
- Carefully remove the air-fried zucchini from the basket and transfer it to a serving dish. Serve hot as a delicious and healthy side dish.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon juice after cooking. Adjust seasonings to your preference, adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. This recipe also works well with yellow squash or a mix of both.