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A black skillet brimming with air fryer zucchini slices, perfectly roasted and topped with melted cheese, sprinkled with red pepper flakes. Nearby, a small bowl of extra flakes and a lemon wedge sit on a pristine white surface.
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Air Fryer Zucchini Side Dish

This air fryer zucchini side dish will upgrade your meal in just 20 minutes! With the air fryer, you’ll get perfectly crispy zucchini on the outside while keeping it tender and flavorful on the inside. This quick and easy recipe guides you step by step to create a mouthwatering side that pairs with most any main.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Keyword Holiday Sides
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 76kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound zucchini cut into half-moons
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the zucchini in the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400 ° F.
  • Arrange the zucchini in the air fryer basket in a single layer, cooking in batches as necessary.
  • Cook for 10 to 13 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 277IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 0.5mg