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Air Fryer Squash and Zucchini

Air Fryer Squash and Zucchini: How to Make the Best Air-Fried Veggie Medley

A healthy and crispy air fryer squash and zucchini recipe that reduces oil content by up to 80% while maintaining delicious texture. Perfect as a side dish or vegetable main course.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium zucchini (approximately 1 pound), cut into ยผ-inch rounds or sticks
  • 2 medium yellow squash (approximately 1 pound), cut into ยผ-inch rounds or sticks
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
  • ยฝ teaspoon paprika
  • ยฝ teaspoon onion powder
  • ยผ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry zucchini and squash thoroughly. Cut into ยผ-inch rounds or sticks.
  2. In a large bowl, toss vegetables with olive oil and seasonings until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for 3 minutes.
  4. Arrange seasoned vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 6-7 minutes, then flip vegetables.
  6. Continue cooking for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  7. If using Parmesan, add during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  8. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, salt vegetables and let sit for 15 minutes before cooking
  • Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding
  • Different air fryer models may require slight temperature adjustments
  • Can substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: undefined
  • Trans Fat: undefined
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 2.5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: undefined

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