Description

These Healthy Low Carb Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a perfect guilt-free snack or side dish, featuring crispy, golden zucchini sticks coated in a flavorful almond flour and parmesan crust. Served with a tangy Greek yogurt dip, they’re easy to prepare and cook quickly in the air fryer, making them ideal for a nutritious, low-carb treat everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Zucchini Fries

2 medium Zucchini (sliced into ½-inch sticks)
1 large Egg (or a flax egg for vegan option)
1 cup Almond Flour (or coconut flour for nut-free)
½ cup Parmesan Cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or fresh minced garlic)
1 teaspoon Paprika (or cayenne pepper for heat)
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
to taste Olive Oil Spray (or avocado oil spray)

Dip

1 cup Greek Yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (or vinegar as substitute)
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (or yellow mustard for milder flavor)
to taste Salt and Pepper (adjust as necessary)

Instructions

Prepare the zucchini: Wash and dry the zucchini thoroughly, then cut it into ½-inch thick sticks to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Salt the zucchini sticks: Sprinkle salt evenly over the zucchini sticks and let them rest for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, which will help the coating adhere better and improve crispiness.
Prepare the egg wash: In a bowl, beat the egg until it is well combined and smooth. If making the vegan option, prepare the flax egg substitute accordingly.
Make the coating mixture: In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper to create a flavorful crust for the zucchini fries.
Coat the zucchini: Dip each zucchini stick first into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated, then roll it in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating well.
Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat it for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Arrange the fries: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
Cook the fries: Air fry the zucchini fries at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crispness.
Prepare the dip: While the fries are cooking, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Once the fries are golden and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and serve hot alongside the creamy yogurt dip for a delicious, low-carb snack.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use nutritional yeast instead of parmesan cheese.
If you need a nut-free alternative, replace almond flour with coconut flour.
Adjust the seasoning in the coating mixture to your taste, adding more paprika or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Make sure to not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Use fresh zucchini for best results; older zucchini may release more water, affecting the crunchiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: zucchini fries, low carb snack, air fryer recipes, healthy fries, gluten free, keto friendly, vegetarian, easy snack