Air fryer parmesan zucchini are not your typical oil-laden breaded zucchini, no, no.
Air fryer gratin zucchini are a clever side dish that can be prepared in minutes without turning on the oven.
Here you cut the zucchini, season them with oil and salt, sauté them, and then off they go for a few minutes in the air fryer with plenty of grated parmesan, and crispy zucchini are ready to be enjoyed.
Parmesan helps create a tasty crust without the need for complicated breading, less work, more flavor.
Perfect for those wondering “ how to make zucchini in an air fryer?” because it’s a recipe that works even if you’re not an expert chef: simple and effective.
Air fryer gratin zucchini are versatile: ideal as a side dish for mains, buffets, even as a savory snack
They are always good, whether in summer when they are in season, or in winter.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer and Fall
Ingredients for Air Fryer Gratin Zucchini
- 1.1 lbs zucchini
- 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.4 oz grated parmesan cheese
- to taste fine salt
Tools
- 1 Pan
- 1 Air Fryer
- Paper Towels
Steps for Air Fryer Zucchini
To prepare the delicious air fryer zucchini, start by choosing firm and, if possible, organic zucchini.
Rinse the zucchini under running water, pat them dry with paper towels, and slice them into rounds.
Heat a non-stick pan with a drizzle of oil and cook the zucchini for 7-8 minutes over medium heat, salt, and stir often, until they start to soften but don’t become mushy. This helps to remove excess water, resulting in better crispiness in the air fryer, and helps to even out the cooking.
Transfer the zucchini to the basket of the air fryer lined with parchment paper, and sprinkle them with grated parmesan cheese and mix so they are well coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 392°F (200°C) for 2 minutes and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the parmesan is golden and forms a crispy crust.
Serve hot to enjoy them crispy and… enjoy your meal!
Storage
Let them cool completely. Transfer them to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to two days.
To serve them crispy again, reheat in the air fryer at 356°F (180°C) for 2-3 minutes (not too long, otherwise they become dry).
I do not recommend freezing them already seasoned with parmesan.
If you want, you can freeze them without it.
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