Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
These Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Are the ultimate guilt-free snack! Thin slices of zucchini are lightly seasoned. Topped with Parmesan. And air-fried to crunchy perfection. Whether you're craving a savory bite. Or looking for a quick. And easy snack. These zucchini chips deliver. On both taste and texture. Plus, they’re ready. In just 15 minutes! The first time I made them. My family was hooked. And now they’ve become a staple. In our snack rotation. You’ll love how light. And satisfying they are!
4 Servings
Ingredients
- Avocado oil spray
- 1 large zucchini sliced into rounds about 0.25 inches thick
- ½ c finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Slice the zucchini evenly. Into thin rounds. About 0.25 inches thick. Using a mandolin slicer. Helps achieve consistency. Which is key. To even cooking. And crispiness.
- Salting the Zucchini: Lay the zucchini slices. Out in a single layer. And sprinkle them lightly with salt. Let them sit. For a few minutes. To draw out moisture. After that, pat them dry. With paper towels. And season with black pepper.
- Air Fryer Prep: Lightly spray. Your air fryer basket. With avocado oil spray. To ensure the zucchini. Doesn’t stick. And cooks evenly.
- Arrange the Slices: Place the zucchini rounds. In the air fryer basket. In a single layer. Be sure they aren’t overlapping. As this helps with proper air circulation. And crisping.
- Add the Parmesan: Sprinkle the finely grated Parmesan evenly. Over the zucchini slices. Coating them. Just before cooking.
- Cooking: Set your air fryer. To 370°F (187°C). Cook the zucchini in batches. For 8-10 minutes. Or until the cheese is golden brown. And the zucchini. Has reached your preferred crispiness level.
- Cool: After cooking. Let the zucchini chips. Rest in the air fryer basket. For 2-3 minutes. This cooling time. Helps them crisp up even more.
Notes
Great news—these Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips are naturally gluten-free! Just ensure that the Parmesan cheese you're using. Is certified gluten-free. And you're good to go. For an extra twist. Swap the Parmesan. For nutritional yeast. If you're dairy-free or vegan. The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, savory flavor. Without any gluten or dairy. With just a few simple ingredients. This snack is perfect for anyone. Following a gluten-free lifestyle. And it’s just as delicious. For everyone else too!