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Home » Air fryer recipes » Air fryer zucchini

Air fryer zucchini

By Sachi | Published Aug 4, 2022 | Updated Aug 4, 2022 | 9 Comments

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Air fryer zucchini in air fryer basket

Air fried zucchini is a wonderful recipe that cooks up in just 10 minutes!

Air fryer zucchini in a bowl with fork and lemons
Freshly cooked zucchini is delicious with just a dash of salt.

Carbs in zucchini - 2g per cup

Air fryer zucchini super closeup
Great recipe for golden brown, delicious zucchini

This air fryer zucchini recipe is a quick and easy way to cook zucchini. Enjoy them as a side dish or healthy snack.

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  • Carbs in zucchini - 2g per cup
  • Diet
  • Ingredients
  • Optional ingredients
  • Substitutions
  • Equipment
  • Instructions
  • Serving suggestions
  • Storage
  • Top tips
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Air fryer zucchini recipe card
  • Keto air fryer recipes

Diet

Zucchinis are the perfect low carb food. They are low on the glycemic index, meaning that they have a low impact on blood glucose.

This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free.

See the nutrition facts label in the recipe card below.

Air fryer zucchini chopped zucchini in bowl
Zucchini has a good amount of vitamin C and is low on the glycemic index

Ingredients

  • zucchini
    A medium size zucchini yields about 1 cup chopped.
  • olive oil
  • Kosher salt

See recipe card for quantities.

Air fryer zucchini labeled ingredients
Air fryer zucchini ingredients

Optional ingredients

Zucchini is sweet and delicious simply cooked with a touch of salt and olive oil. If you crave more flavor add your favorite seasoning.

  • Parmesan cheese
  • bread crumbs (watch the carb counts)
  • panko bread crumbs (watch the carb counts)
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • chili powder
  • lemon juice
  • Italian seasoning

Substitutions

  • Air fry squash. Yellow summer squash is a good substitute for zucchini.
  • Cooking spray

Equipment

Cooking zucchini in the air fryer is easy. Cook time can vary depending on the air fryer model.

  • air fryer oven
  • tongs
Air fryer zucchini in air fryer basket
Fried zucchini in air fryer basket

Instructions

How to cook zucchini in an air fryer

Step 1: Cut zucchini into ½ inch shapes.

Air fryer zucchini step 1 chop zucchini
I like half moons. Use any shape you like.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, add zucchini, salt and olive oil.

Air fryer zucchini step 2 season with salt and oil
Season with just a dash of salt and a drizzle of olive oil.

Step 3: Toss until evenly coated.

Air fryer zucchini step 3 toss together
Use a big enough bowl.

Step 4: Add sliced zucchini to the air fryer basket. Air fry zucchini 5 minutes at 400°F.

Air fryer zucchini step 4 place zucchini in air fryer basket
Don't worry about arranging a flat layer.

Step 5: Use tongs to stir zucchini slices so that they cook evenly in the hot air.

Air fryer zucchini step 5 toss zucchini
They don't have to be in a single layer.

Step 6: Air fry 5 more minutes at 400°F or until fork tender.

Air fryer zucchini step 6 cooked zucchini
Golden brown and fork tender.

Step 7: Use tongs to transfer hot zucchini pieces to a serving plate.

Air fryer zucchini step 7 transfer to plate with tongs
Use tongs to protect your hands from the hot basket

Step 8: Serve hot.

Air fryer zucchini in a bowl with salt and pepper shaker
Enjoy with a squeeze of lemon juice or your favorite dipping sauces.

Serving suggestions

Season with salt and ground black pepper and serve as a side dish. Try a dipping sauce of ranch dressing.

Air fryer zucchini plated with table setting
One of my favorite snacks

Storage

Leftover zucchini can be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat by air frying for 1 minute.

Air fryer zucchini plated overhead
Leftovers

Top tips

  • Use tongs to handle hot zucchini

Frequently asked questions

How do you keep zucchini from getting soggy?

Cook it in an air fryer with a bit of oil. Hot, circulating air keeps the zucchini from getting soggy. 

How long do you air fry squash?

10 minutes is enough time to fry chopped zucchini squash.

Do you need to peel zucchini before cooking?

Nope. You can eat the tender skin. Just wash the zucchini before preparing the recipe.

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★★★★★

5 from 5 reviews

  • Author: Sachi
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups 1x
  • Diet: Diabetic
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Air fried zucchini is a wonderful recipe that cooks up in just 10 minutes!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 quart zucchini, sliced (about 2 medium zucchinis)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 dash of Kosher or sea salt

Instructions

  • Trim zucchini ends, then slice zucchini into ½ inch pieces.
  • Toss all ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Transfer to an air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 5 minutes at 400°F.
  • Use tongs to stir zucchini.
  • Air fry for 5 more minutes at 400°F or until fork tender.
  • Use tongs to transfer to a plate.

Notes

  • Serve with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: side dish
  • Method: air fry
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: zucchini, squash, air fryer, keto, low carb, low glycemic, side dish

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About Sachi

What's cooking, carb counters?! I’m Sachi, I'm the carb counting recipe developer at We Count Carbs! Need help figuring out what to make for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner? Do you wish recipes came with carb counts and nutrition facts labels? You've come to the right place. We count carbs because carbs count!

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  1. Heidi says

    August 22, 2022 at 8:44 pm

    Yum! We love zucchini and have large ones from our friend's garden. This recipe was a perfect way to use some of it. I liked the suggestion of reheating in the air fryer. They tasted like we just made them. Thank you for this delicious recipe. 🙂

    ★★★★★

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    • Sachi says

      August 23, 2022 at 12:15 pm

      Ooh garden fresh zucchini is the best! I'm so happy that this recipe provided you with another great way to prepare zucchini!

  2. MacKenzie says

    August 23, 2022 at 2:46 am

    Love that this healthy side is done in 15 minutes. They turned out perfectly crispy and flavorful. I served with grilled chicken and my family ate everything. Thank u!

    ★★★★★

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    • Sachi says

      August 23, 2022 at 12:14 pm

      It's so great that your family enjoys this healthy zucchini!

  3. Shilpa says

    August 23, 2022 at 6:55 am

    Love it. The zucchini had the perfect texture and was not soggy.

    ★★★★★

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    • Sachi says

      August 23, 2022 at 12:12 pm

      I'm so glad that you loved this recipe!

  4. Angela says

    August 23, 2022 at 1:54 pm

    I love a quick and easy zucchini dish and especially in the air fryer! This is a great recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Sachi says

      August 23, 2022 at 3:11 pm

      Thank you Angela, so happy to hear that you've enjoyed it!

  5. Kate says

    August 23, 2022 at 3:30 pm

    So easy to make! I have a lot of garden zucchini and this such a quick and delicious to cook them. Thanks for the recipe!

    ★★★★★

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