The air fryer zucchini flower omelette is an easy, quick, and light main dish, perfect for summer.
A classic omelette enriched with zucchini and zucchini flowers, made soft and tasty with ricotta and Parmesan cheese. The cooking in an air fryer allows for a golden and fluffy result in a few minutes, with less fat than using a pan or oven.
Ideal as a main dish with a side like potato chips or carrot sticks, to cut into squares for buffets, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer, Ferragosto
- Energy 225.08 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 3.37 (g) of which sugars 0.07 (g)
- Proteins 17.35 (g)
- Fat 16.30 (g) of which saturated 7.52 (g)of which unsaturated 5.69 (g)
- Fibers 0.41 (g)
- Sodium 679.05 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 185 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Preparing Air Fryer Zucchini Flower Omelette
- 6 eggs
- 3.5 oz ricotta
- 1.75 oz grated Parmesan
- 1 zucchini
- 15 zucchini flowers
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt
Tools for Preparing Air Fryer Zucchini Flower Omelette
- Air Fryer
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Bowl
- Fork
How to Prepare Air Fryer Zucchini Flower Omelette
Prepare the vegetables: clean the zucchini flowers by removing the stem and pistil, wash them and dry gently. Cut them into strips. Trim the zucchini and slice it thinly.
Beat the eggs: in a bowl, break the eggs, add ricotta, Parmesan, and salt. Mix with a fork until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
Add the vegetables: add zucchini and zucchini flowers, mix well.
Pour into the pan: line the pan (or basket) with parchment paper greased with a little oil or wet and wrung out, pour the mixture and level it.
Air fryer cooking: cook at 356°F (180°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden.
Serve: let it cool slightly, cut into slices or squares, and serve.
Storage
In the fridge, in an airtight container: 2-3 days.
It can be enjoyed cold or reheated for a few minutes in the air fryer or pan.
Variations
With melting cheeses (mozzarella, scamorza, provola).
With diced cold cuts (cooked ham, speck, pancetta).
With other seasonal vegetables (bell peppers, onions, eggplants, tomatoes).
Tips
You can also bake it in the oven: 356°F (180°C) for 30 minutes.
In a pan: 10-12 minutes over medium heat with a lid, turning it halfway through cooking.
Always use parchment paper or suitable pans to prevent the mixture from sticking to the basket.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I cook the omelette directly in the air fryer basket?
Yes, but always line it with parchment paper or use suitable containers.
How can I make the omelette taller and fluffier?
Use a smaller pan and add a tablespoon of milk to the mixture.
Can I substitute ricotta?
Yes, you can use robiola, stracchino, or goat or buffalo ricotta for a stronger flavor.
Can I cook it in a pan instead of the air fryer?
Certainly! Just pour the mixture into a non-stick pan greased with oil and cook over medium flame with a lid for 10-12 minutes on each side.
How long does it last?
The omelette keeps in the fridge for 2-3 days, well sealed in an airtight container. You can enjoy it cold or slightly warmed.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, you can freeze it already cut into slices and well wrapped in plastic wrap. You can then heat it in the air fryer or oven before serving.
