Low Calorie Air Fryer Zucchini (Printable Version)
Crispy air-fried zucchini with Italian seasoning and parmesan, perfect for a light, tasty snack.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Vegetables
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3 medium zucchini, cut into 7.5 cm fries
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend
→ Coating
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120 ml (1/2 cup) all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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240 ml (1 cup) breadcrumbs, panko or Italian style
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35 g (1/3 cup) grated Parmesan cheese
→ Finishing
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2 tablespoons cooking oil spray
# Guide to Cooking:
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Combine flour, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on a large plate. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese.
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Cut zucchini into 7.5 cm long fries. Dip each fry into the flour mixture ensuring even coverage, then coat with beaten eggs allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press the fry into the breadcrumb and Parmesan blend to adhere the coating.
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Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Arrange coated zucchini fries in a single layer without overcrowding. Lightly spray fries with oil. Air fry at 204°C for 9 minutes or until golden and crisp.
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Remove fries carefully from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot to enjoy the crisp texture and flavorful herbs with Parmesan.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For gluten-free and low-carb versions, substitute flour with almond or coconut flour, and breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond meal combined with nutritional yeast. Adjust seasoning and cooking time accordingly.
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Cutting eggplant or using green beans are suitable alternatives to zucchini, with eggplant requiring salting to remove moisture before coating.