Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with a crispy panko-Parmesan coating and a refreshing lemon-yogurt dip. Enjoy a blend of savory, tangy, and creamy flavors in each bite.
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini approx. 8 oz, quartered lengthwise
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Quarter and seed 1 medium zucchini. Slice into 16 fries.
- Toss ¾ cup panko with 2 Tbsp olive oil; microwave until golden, 1–3 minutes. Let cool, stir in ½ cup Parmesan.
- Whisk 1 egg with 1 Tbsp flour, ½ tsp oregano, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper.
- Dip zucchini in egg mixture, then coat with panko mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Spray basket with oil. Air-fry zucchini in single layer for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Whisk ½ cup yogurt with ½ tsp lemon zest, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve fries immediately with lemon-yogurt dip.