Description
These crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy zucchini. Made with simple ingredients and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, they are perfect as a light appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fritters:
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Additional:
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Place grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, let sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel.
- Mix Ingredients: Transfer zucchini to a bowl, add flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, pepper, baking powder, and parsley. Mix well.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Form Patties: Shape mixture into patties, place in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook: Spray with olive oil, air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, drain zucchini thoroughly.
- You can use almond flour for a low-carb version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
