Air Fryer Zucchini Bites For Two is a yummy veggie dish. Zucchini coated with seasoned panko breadcrumbs is air-fried until crispy and golden!
- 2 small/med. zucchini about ¾ pound in total
- ¾ Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1½ Tablespoons Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 1 Tablespoon panko bread crumbs
- 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- tiny pinch of red pepper flakes (if desired) OPTIONAL
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Measure panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes into a small bowl. Stir until combined.
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Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise, then slice each piece in half (lengthwise) again. You should end up with 4 long zucchini quarters for each zucchini. Lay the zucchini slices cut side down; slice each piece into ¾" pieces.
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Drizzle olive oil over zucchini pieces; gently toss until all pieces have olive oil on them. Pour the seasoned panko breadcrumbs over the oil-covered zucchini. Gently toss until all zucchini bites are lightly covered with the panko mixture.
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Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 400°F. Once preheated, place zucchini bites in the basket in a single layer for best heat/air circulation. NOTE: If doubling or tripling recipe, cook zucchini in batches (keep previous batches warm in oven).
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Cook zucchini at 400°F. for 7-9 minutes. Shake or flip zucchini a couple times during cooking time for even cooking. Keep an eye on the zucchini. Check it at the 6-minute mark for tenderness, to ensure they don't overcook. Cooking time can vary slightly, depending on the thickness/size of zucchini used.
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When done, zucchini bites should be golden brown, tender, slightly al dente and NOT mushy! Remove from the air fryer basket and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!