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Air fryer zucchini fries are the ultimate crispy crunchy appetizer or snack. These zucchini sticks are made in the air fryer for maximum crispiness without all the fat of being fried. They are coated with crunchy crushed cornflakes, parmesan cheese, herbs, and spices for the perfect crunch. Air-fried to perfection, these zucchini sticks are a 10/10! Dip them in your favorite marinara sauce or dipping sauce.
Table of Contents
- Why You Will Love Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Why Air Fry Zucchini Sticks?
- Ingredients For Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks
- How To Cut Zucchini Into Sticks
- How To Make Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Tips For Making Zucchini Fries
- How Long To Air Fry Zucchini Fries
- How To Serve Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Variations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Recipes To Try Next!
- AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRIES Recipe
Why You Will Love Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Zucchini fries are easy to make and super crispy.
- They are delicious with your favorite dipping sauce.
- The crushed cornflakes add flavor and crunch.
- These zucchini fries are healthy and lightened up.
- You only need a light spray of oil.
Why Air Fry Zucchini Sticks?
These delicious homemade zucchini sticks are made in the air fryer! We love using the air fryer because it helps make them crispy without deep-frying them. Also, they cook quickly in the air fryer. These zucchini sticks are full of flavor from the coating that is made with crushed cornflakes, grated parmesan cheese, and seasonings. They are easy to make and a healthier option.
Ingredients For Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks
- Zucchini: Use one large zucchini for this recipe and cut it into sticks.
- Eggs: Whisk two eggs. Dredge the zucchini sticks in the whisked eggs so the cornflake coating sticks.
- Cornflakes: Finely crush the crispy cornflakes for the coating.
- Parmesan Cheese: Mix the parmesan cheese with the crushed cornflakes to add flavor.
- Seasonings: Season the cornflake mixture with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano.
- Olive Oil: Lightly spray the coated zucchini sticks with oil before air frying them.
How To Cut Zucchini Into Sticks
Cut one large zucchini into sticks for this recipe. First, cut the ends off the zucchini. Then, cut the zucchini in half down the middle and then in half lengthwise. Optional: Slightly cut off the center part of the zucchini. After that, cut it lengthwise into 1/2-inch sticks.
How To Make Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Add the cornflakes to a large Ziploc bag, seal the bag, and thoroughly crush the cornflakes into a fine consistency with the back of a measuring cup. Then, add the crushed cornflakes to a shallow bowl.
Next, add the grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano to the bowl and mix.
After that, whisk two eggs and add them to a separate shallow bowl.
Then, place the zucchini sticks in the whisked egg mixture and then directly into the cornflake mixture.
From there, press the cornflake coating on the zucchini sticks.
Next, add the zucchini sticks to an air fryer and lightly spray them with oil. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer and air fry them in batches.
After that, air fry the zucchini fries until golden brown and crispy.
Tips For Making Zucchini Fries
- Evenly Cut The Zucchini: Make sure to cut the zucchini into even sticks. Even-sized pieces will ensure the zucchini fries cook at the same rate in the air fryer.
- Lightly Spray With Oil: Lightly spray the coated zucchini fries with oil before air frying or baking them. This helps make them crispy.
- Don’t Overcrowd The Basket: Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. Instead, air fry the zucchini fries in batches. Make sure there is enough room between the zucchini fries and they are not stacked.
- Bake Them Instead: You can make these zucchini fries in the air fryer or bake them. We have made them both ways and each method works great. They turn super crispy either way. Just keep in mind that they will need longer to cook if you bake them than if you air fry them. Place the zucchini fries on a sheet pan and lightly spray them with oil. Then, bake them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-22 minutes. Make sure to check on them so they don’t burn and you can carefully move them around a few times with a spatula to ensure they cook evenly.
How Long To Air Fry Zucchini Fries
Air fry these homemade zucchini fries for 6-10 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer. Also, there is no need to preheat your air fryer beforehand and the exact time will depend on your air fryer and the size of the zucchini sticks. Just make sure to toss the zucchini fries in the basket of the air fryer a few times while they cook so they cook evenly and don’t burn. You will know they are done when they are crispy and golden brown.
How To Serve Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks
Serve these air fryer zucchini sticks after air frying them. Let them slightly cool, carefully remove them from the air fryer, and enjoy them warm. We do not recommend storing these zucchini sticks and they will lose their crunch if they sit out. Enjoy them with marinara sauce, buffalo ranch sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Variations
- Cornflakes Substitution: We love finely crushing cornflakes because they make these zucchini fries super crispy and crunchy once air-fried. However, if you don’t have cornflakes, you can substitute them for panko breadcrumbs.
- How Much Zucchini To Use: Use one large zucchini for this recipe or 3 medium zucchini.
- Grated Parmesan: Both pre-grated or freshly grated parmesan cheese will work in this recipe.
- What Oil To Use: All you need is a light spray of oil over the zucchini fries once they are coated so they become crispy in the air fryer. You can lightly spray olive oil or avocado oil. We love using this Misto oil sprayer.
- Make Zucchini Fries Gluten-Free: To make these zucchini fries gluten-free, use gluten-free cornflakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Healthy?
These zucchini fries are a healthy and lightened-up option! They are air-fried instead of deep-fried in oil. This makes them much healthier while the air fryer makes them super crispy. You can even bake these zucchini fries if you prefer. Also, they are made with healthy ingredients such as zucchini, eggs, cornflakes, grated parmesan, and seasonings.
Do You Leave The Skin On Zucchini?
Yes, leave the skin on the zucchini. There is no need to peel the zucchini. The skin of the zucchini is nutritious. Leave the skin on and slice the zucchini into even sticks.
Are Zucchini Fries Gluten-Free?
These air fryer zucchini fries can easily be made gluten-free. Not all brands of cornflakes are gluten-free, so make sure to cornflakes that are. Some brands that sell gluten-free cornflakes are Barbara’s and The Real Cereal Company. Or, you can substitute the cornflakes for gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
More Recipes To Try Next!
- Gluten-Free Onion Rings
- Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
- Air Fryer Red Potatoes
- Air Fryer Peaches
- Crispy Air Fryer Green Beans
If you try this recipe please be sure to leave us a comment and star rating ★★★★★ letting us know how it turns out for you. We hope you enjoy these air fryer zucchini fries!
AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRIES
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini or 3 medium
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 2 cups cornflakes or panko
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 light spray of oil
Instructions
- Cut the zucchini into even-sized sticks. To do this, cut both ends off of the zucchini. Then, cut the zucchini in half down the middle and then cut it in half lengthwise. From there, cut the zucchini lengthwise into 1/2-inch sticks.
- Add the cornflakes to a large Ziploc bag, seal the bag, and crush the cornflakes with the back of a measuring cup or a rolling pin. Thoroughly crush them into a fine consistency. Then, add the crushed cornflakes to a shallow bowl.
- Add the grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano to the bowl with the crushed cornflakes. Thoroughly mix these ingredients.
- Whisk two eggs and add them to a separate shallow bowl.
- Place the zucchini sticks in the whisked egg mixture and then directly into the cornflake mixture. Use your fingers to press the cornflake coating on the zucchini sticks.
- Add the zucchini sticks to an air fryer and lightly spray them with oil. Make sure to air fry them in batches, not all at once. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer or stack the fries, make sure there is enough room.
- Air fry the zucchini fries for 6-10 minutes, depending on your air fryer and the size of the zucchini sticks. There is no need to preheat the air fryer. Check on the zucchini fries to make sure they don’t burn and shake the basket a few times while they cook to toss them around so they cook evenly. You will know they are done when they are crispy and golden brown. Repeat this process with the other batches. Then, carefully remove the zucchini fries from the air fryer and enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Notes
- Baking Option: Place the zucchini fries on a baking sheet and lightly spray them with oil. Then, bake them at 400°F for 18-22 minutes. Make sure to check on them so they don’t burn and you can carefully move them around a few times with a spatula to ensure they cook evenly.
- Cut Evenly: Make sure to cut the zucchini into even sticks. Even-sized pieces will ensure the zucchini fries cook at the same rate.
- Cornflakes: If you don’t have cornflakes, substitute them for panko breadcrumbs.
- Zucchini To Use: Use one large zucchini or 3 medium zucchini.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
