Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Rounds
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Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Rounds

Zucchini rounds get an egg, breadcrumb, and Parmesan coating before air frying until golden.

On this page: Recipe card · Why you’ll love this recipe · Items needed · Ingredient notes · Tips for this recipe · Serving suggestions · Storage and make-ahead · Common questions

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • The ingredient combination. Zucchini, grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs form the base of this recipe.
  • An air-fryer method is included. Use the basket space and doneness checks in the card, cooking in batches when needed.
  • A defined yield. The card makes 4 side servings. Use its serving control to scale ingredient amounts, then reassess pan space and cooking time.

Items needed

Gather the tools for the method you plan to use. Alternate cooking methods may need different appliances.

  • Air fryer
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredient notes

  • Prepare before you start. Measure zucchini, grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs and follow any slicing, chopping, rinsing, or thawing directions in the ingredient list.
  • Packaged ingredients. Check labels for your dietary needs and use the products named in the card when matching its nutrition estimates. A brand change can also change salt, sweetness, or thickness.

Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Rounds

Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Rounds

Zucchini rounds get an egg, breadcrumb, and Parmesan coating before air frying until golden.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 side servings
Course: Side Dish
Calories: 115

Ingredients
  

  • 2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or dairy-free Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, herbs, salt, and pepper. Dip zucchini in beaten egg, then in the crumb mixture.
  2. Arrange in the air fryer with room between pieces. Cook at 375°F for about 8–10 minutes until golden and tender, working in batches as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 13.9gProtein: 6.4gFat: 4gFiber: 1.7g

Notes

Contains wheat, dairy, and egg as written. Choose gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
Estimated nutrition is for one of 4 equal portions. Divide the zucchini between four side servings. The estimate counts the full coating and Parmesan.
Cheese options: Choose the dairy-free cheese if needed, and check the other ingredients for your dietary needs. Nutrition shown uses the original dairy cheese; another product changes the estimate. Flavor, texture and melting can vary by product.
Storage: Refrigerate perishable portions in shallow, covered containers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below and use cooked leftovers within 3–4 days. If reheating cooked leftovers, heat them to 165°F throughout.
Timing: Times are planning estimates based on the method; appliances and ingredient preparation can change them.

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Tips for this recipe

  • Leave room for air to circulate around the food. If the basket is crowded, use more than one batch and check each batch for doneness.
  • When scaling the recipe, increase ingredients together but keep the same doneness checks. A larger batch does not necessarily cook in the same time.

Serving suggestions

Serve after the resting or finishing step. Pair with vegetables and a starch if desired, and count sides separately unless they are included in the ingredients.

Storage and make-ahead

Refrigerate perishable portions in shallow, covered containers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below and use cooked leftovers within 3–4 days. If reheating cooked leftovers, heat them to 165°F throughout.

Food-safety reference: USDA leftover-storage guidance.

Common questions

Can I double this in one air-fryer basket?

Scale the ingredients with the serving control, but use additional batches if needed for space. Check each batch for doneness rather than assuming the original time will fit a crowded basket.

What are the calories and macros per serving?

One serving provides an estimated 115 calories, 6.4 g protein, 13.9 g total carbohydrate, 4 g fat and 1.7 g fiber. One serving is 1/4 of the finished recipe.

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Photo credits

Photo reference: momentsandmeals.com

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