air fryer zucchini

Air Fryer

Air Fryer Zucchini

Drescription

Zucchini crisps up nicely in this simple recipe. The interior is creamy and soft without feeling mushy, with the outside remaining crispy. A squeeze of lemon after cooking adds brightness and tang.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 large (8 ounce) zucchini, sliced ¼-inch thick
2 teaspoons lemon juice plus wedges for garnish

Directions

Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Combine 2 tablespoons Parmesan, 1 tablespoon oil, ½ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon pepper and ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper in a medium bowl. Add zucchini and toss to coat.
Working in batches, if necessary, arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer in the fryer basket. Cook, flipping once, until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons lemon juice and serve with lemon wedges.

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