Golden Air Fryer Zucchini
This Golden Air Fryer Zucchini is a quick, delicious snack that’s light yet satisfying. Slices of zucchini are coated in a crispy mixture of Panko, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, then air-fried to golden perfection. The result? A crunchy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside bite that’s perfect as a snack, side dish, or even an appetizer. Plus, it comes together in about 20 minutes—so easy, you’ll want to make it again and again!
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 c Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp cornmeal
- 1/3 c finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 medium zucchini sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F so it’s nice and hot when you’re ready to cook.
- In a small bowl, stir together the Panko breadcrumbs, cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
- Take your zucchini slices and dip them in the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, press them gently into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure they’re evenly coated.
- Set the coated zucchini pieces in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Be careful not to overcrowd them—you want the air to circulate freely.
- Cook for 8 minutes, then flip the slices and cook for another 6-8 minutes, or until they’re golden and crispy.
- Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices until they’re all cooked. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Making this Golden Air Fryer Zucchini gluten-free is super easy! Just swap the regular Panko breadcrumbs for gluten-free Panko, which is widely available at most grocery stores these days. You’ll still get that same crispy, crunchy coating without any gluten. Everything else in the recipe—Parmesan, zucchini, spices, and egg—is naturally gluten-free, so there’s no need for further adjustments. Just make sure to double-check that your Parmesan and seasoning blends don’t have any hidden gluten, and you’re all set to enjoy this delicious snack completely gluten-free!