Name: Healthy Low Carb Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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); 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)

Introduction

These Healthy Low Carb Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a perfect snack or side dish that’s crispy, flavorful, and guilt-free. Made with simple ingredients and cooked in the air fryer, they offer a satisfying crunch without the extra oil. Pair them with a zesty dipping sauce for a delicious treat you’ll crave again and again.

A white plate holds a stack of golden-brown, crispy zucchini sticks, each stick coated with a crunchy breadcrumb and herb mix, showing green zucchini skin on the sides and browned breading on top. The zucchini sticks are sprinkled with fresh green parsley. On the right side of the plate, a small white bowl contains a creamy white dipping sauce topped with chopped green herbs. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with some scattered parsley leaves nearby. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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

Olive oil spray (or avocado oil spray), to taste

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)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Wash and dry the zucchini, then slice it into ½-inch thick sticks. Sprinkle the sticks with salt and let them rest for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

Step 2: In one bowl, beat the egg until well combined. In another bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.

Step 3: Dip each zucchini stick into the beaten egg, then roll it in the almond flour mixture to coat thoroughly.

Step 4: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes and lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray.

Step 5: Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray.

Step 6: Cook the fries at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even crispiness.

Step 7: While fries are cooking, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dipping sauce.

Step 8: Serve the fries hot with the creamy dip on the side for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Pat the zucchini sticks dry with paper towels before breading to help the coating stick better and stay crispier.

For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper instead of paprika or sprinkle chili flakes into the breading mixture.

Try substituting almond flour with coconut flour if you need a nut-free version, but note that coconut flour may absorb more moisture so use slightly less.

Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese to keep this recipe vegan and add a cheesy flavor.

FAQs

Can I use frozen zucchini for this recipe?

It’s best to use fresh zucchini because frozen zucchini holds extra moisture, which can make the fries soggy. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry thoroughly before breading and cooking.

How can I make this recipe dairy-free?

Replace Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast and use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt for the dipping sauce. Also, ensure your chosen breading ingredient is nut-free if needed.