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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Fries

Published: Sep 13, 2021 · Modified: Apr 25, 2022 by Jessica · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 6 Comments

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Crispy, crunchy garlic parmesan zucchini fries made in the air fryer are an easy and delicious snack, appetizer or side that’s ready in about 20 minutes.

Garlic parmesan air fryer zucchini fries on parchment paper with a white bowl of dipping sauce
Crispy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Zucchini Fries.

This recipe is for all you zucchini loving air fryer fanatics! There’s nothing I love more than a big plate of crispy fries. If I can get my veggies in fry form, even better!

These garlic parmesan air fryer zucchini fries are tender crisp on the inside and super crunchy on the outside. An easy, delicious way to enjoy zucchini that only takes about 20 minutes to make. Fire up your air fryer and let’s make some veggie fries!

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Garlic parmesan air fryer zucchini fries with a small white bowl of dipping sauce on a wood board lined with parchment paper.
A perfect snack, appetizer or side.

Ingredients

All it takes is a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand to make this recipe.

Zucchini – one large or two small.

All purpose flour – the zucchini sticks get dredged in seasoned flour before they get dipped in egg and then panko and parmesan. The flour helps the egg stick.

Panko bread crumbs – I use seasoned panko for this recipe. If you only have plain on hand, add some Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt to your parmesan and panko mixture.

Parmesan Cheese – I like to use the finely grated parmesan (not shreds) but either will work!

Egg – helps the breading stick to the zucchini sticks.

Garlic Powder – a healthy amount of garlic powder seasons the flour and adds tons of flavor!

Oil Spray – A light spray of oil to coat the zucchini fries helps them get super crispy in the air fryer. I recommend using a high heat oil like avocado, vegetable or canola for best result.

Ingredients for garlic parmesan air fryer zucchini fries on a wood cutting board. Large zucchini, two eggs cracked in a glass bowl, flour, parmesan cheese, panko bread crumbs and garlic powder.
Just a few simple ingredients.

Method

This recipe will work in any air fryer. I have the Cusinart Air Fryer Oven and I’m absolutely in LOVE with it. I agonized for months over which model air fryer to get and decided on this one for the multiple functions. I’m not a fan of kitchen appliances that only do one thing! This one air fries, bakes, broils and toasts. A major small kitchen upgrade!

Cut zucchini into fries

The first step is to slice the zucchini into “fries”. Begin by trimming off the ends and then cutting the zucchini down the middle, lengthwise. Next, cut each half into quarters. Depending on how large your zucchini are, you may need to cut into eighths to get sticks that are about a half inch thick. Next, cut the zucchini sticks into two inch pieces.

They will look like thick cut fries. We want them a little bit thick so that the zucchini doesn’t overcook and get mushy.

  • Large zucchini cut in half lengthwise.
    Cut zucchini in half lengthwise.
  • Zucchini halves cut into quarters lengthwise.
    Cut zucchini halves into quarters, lengthwise.
  • Zucchini cut into fry shaped sticks with hand holding one to demonstrate size.
    Cut into two inch fries.
How to cut zucchini into fries.

Bread zucchini fries

The next step is to set up a dredging station and coat the fries in panko bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. This will make them super crispy!

Grab three shallow dishes or bowls. Mix together flour, salt, black pepper and garlic powder in one. Beat two eggs in one. In the third, combine panko bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.

Coat each zucchini fry in flour first, then in beaten egg, then in the parmesan panko mixture. Make sure each piece is thoroughly coated in each step. I find it’s helpful to press the parmesan panko mixture into the zucchini a bit to make sure there is enough breading to make a super crispy exterior.

  • Hand holding a zucchini stick dredging in flour mixture.
    Dredge in flour mixed with garlic powder.
  • Dipping flour dredged zucchini fry in glass bowl with beaten egg.
    Coat flour dredged zucchini fry in beaten egg.
  • Hand holding zucchini fry being coated in parmesan cheese and panko bread crumb mixture.
    Coat in parmesan panko mixture.
Dredging station setup.

If your air fryer needs to be preheated, turn it on to 400 degrees. Lay the breaded zucchini fries down in a single layer and spray evenly with a bit of high heat cooking oil spray. Make sure to leave some space between each fry so that the air can circulate evenly and make them super crispy.

Air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy, turning the fries carefully with tongs halfway through cooking.

Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!

  • Breaded zucchini fries going into the air fryer oven.
    Leave a little space between fries for the air to circulate.
  • Crispy golden brown zucchini fries coming out of the air fryer oven.
    Air fry until golden brown and cripsy.

Tips for making perfect air fryer zucchini fries

  • Make sure to cut the zucchini into evenly sized pieces. This ensures that they all cook at the same rate so you don’t get some that are mushy and some that are underdone.
  • Roll the flour coated zucchini sticks around in the egg and make sure that it’s thoroughly coated. The egg helps the parmesan panko mixture stick
  • Press the parmesan panko mixture gently into the zucchini to make sure you get a good coating on each piece.
  • Leave some space between each fry so that the air can circulate evenly and make the zucchini super crispy.
  • Serve immediately. These will soften as they cool.
  • Store any leftover zucchini fries in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to re-crisp.
Crispy air fryer garlic parmesan zucchini fries on a wood board with a white bowl of dipping sauce.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

More zucchini recipes

Here are a few more of my favorite ways to enjoy zucchini:

Garam Masala Spiced Zucchini Bread

Zucchini Fritters

Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad

Zucchini Turkey Burgers

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Crispy air fryer garlic parmesan zucchini fries on a wood board with a white bowl of dipping sauce.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Fries

Jessica
Crispy, crunchy garlic parmesan zucchini fries made in the air fryer are an easy and delicious snack, appetizer or side that's ready in about 20 minutes.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large zucchini
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • high heat cooking oil spray

Instructions
 

  • Slice off the ends of the zucchini and cut lengthwise into ½ inch thick "fries" (see post).
  • Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, whisk together flour, salt, black pepper and garlic powder. In the second dish beat two eggs. In the third dish, combine parmesan and panko bread crumbs.
  • Coat each zucchini stick first with flour, then egg, then in parmesan panko mixture. Make sure to coat evenly at each step. Gently press parmesan panko mixture into the zucchini, ensuring that enough breading sticks.
  • Arrange breaded zucchini fries in the air fryer basket, being sure to leave a little bit of space to allow for air flow.
  • Spray with a light coat of high heat cooking oil spray.
  • Air fry for 10-12 minutes at 400 degrees. Carefully turn each fry with tongs halfway through the cooking time.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Equipment

  • Cuisinart Airfryer, Convection Toaster Oven, Silver

Notes

If you have unseasoned panko breadcrumbs, you can season them with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
Keyword air fry zucchini, air fryer recipes, air fryer squash, Air fryer zucchini, air fryer zucchini chips, air fryer zucchini fries, garlic parmesan fries
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  1. Jen

    March 30, 2022 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    Now that we’re in zucchini season I’ve been making as many recipes as possible. These yummy crispy fries hit the spot for sure!

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  2. Britney Brown

    March 30, 2022 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    I adored these zucchini fries! They were sooo crunchy with a hint of cheesy from the parmesan. I will definitely make this again!

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  3. Kaluhi

    March 30, 2022 at 12:26 pm

    5 stars
    I am a sucker for zucchini and I love putting my airfyer to work and this was such a stelar recipe! The dip and the fries paired well and I loved this so so so much!

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  4. Robin

    March 29, 2022 at 4:38 pm

    5 stars
    I have a general weakness for anything crunchy so I’ve always wanted to try to make zucchini fires at home. They were frankly amazing!

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  5. Marcus Avery

    March 28, 2022 at 2:41 am

    5 stars
    These zucchini fries came out amazing! They were so crispy and had a perfect salty bite from the parmesan cheese.

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  6. Marta

    March 23, 2022 at 3:56 pm

    5 stars
    I’m always on the hunt for new snacks and munchies, so these air fryer zucchini fries really piqued my interest. They were so easy to make and tasted so much better (and crunchier) than zucchini fries baked in the oven.

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