Source: Igor, AdobeStock Baking zucchini in an air fryer doesn't require much oil, and the appetizing golden crust will impress everyone. It's best to use young zucchini with tender skin and soft seeds for these recipes. We hope our 12 recipes in this collection inspire you to new culinary achievements!
1. Zucchini Slices in an Air Fryer
Source: fb.ruAn easy everyday recipe that requires no preparation or effort.
You will need: 600 g zucchini, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1.5 tsp aromatic herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into 5-7 mm thick rounds and mix with oil, minced garlic, salt, spices, and herbs. Bake them in batches on the middle rack of the air fryer for 15-18 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius with a medium fan speed.
2. Zucchini Sticks in an Air Fryer
Source: simplyrecipes.comServe this appetizer with your favorite sour cream or yogurt-based sauce.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 50 ml olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into sticks and mix them with olive oil and spices. Bake the zucchini for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius.
3. Zucchini with Sour Cream in an Air Fryer
Source: attuale.ruYou can also use thick plain yogurt instead of sour cream.
You will need: 800 g zucchini, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 25 g fresh herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Whisk the sour cream with the egg and spices. Slice the zucchini into rounds, place them in the air fryer basket, pour the sour cream mixture over them, and bake for half an hour at 200 degrees Celsius with a medium fan speed. Sprinkle with chopped herbs at the end of cooking.
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4. Zucchini with Processed Cheese in an Air Fryer
Source: gotovimnaogne.ruA delicious appetizer made from affordable and inexpensive ingredients.
You will need: 600 g zucchini, 150 g processed cheese, 4 tbsp sour cream or mayonnaise, 3 cloves garlic, 1 bunch parsley, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into 15 mm thick planks. Drizzle with oil, season, and bake on the upper rack of the air fryer for 20 minutes at 220 degrees Celsius. Flip them halfway through. Mix sour cream, grated processed cheese, minced parsley, and garlic. Add this sauce on top and bake the zucchini for another 5-7 minutes.
5. Zucchini with Vegetables in an Air Fryer
Source: pinterest.comYou can add any other favorite vegetables to this mix.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 carrot, 4-5 mushrooms, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Roughly chop the vegetables and mushrooms, mix them with oil and spices to taste. Line the air fryer basket with foil, spread the vegetables, and bake for 30-40 minutes at 230 degrees Celsius. Stir halfway through.
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6. Breaded Zucchini in an Air Fryer
Source: za-edoy.ruA great alternative to chips and all other similar snacks.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 3 eggs, 100 g flour, 20 ml milk, 100 g breadcrumbs, 50 g Parmesan, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into wide strips or sticks. Whisk the eggs with milk, mix the flour with spices, and the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan. Dredge the zucchini in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs. Cook them for 8 minutes in the air fryer basket at 180 degrees Celsius.
7. Zucchini with Parmesan in an Air Fryer
Source: sladimfood.ruIf there's too much zucchini, bake them in single-layer batches.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 4 tbsp flour, 50-80 g Parmesan, 1.5 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into rings and coat them in flour with all the spices. Place the rounds in the air fryer basket, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and bake for 20 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
8. Stuffed Zucchini in an Air Fryer
Source: dzen.ruWill exceed all expectations of family or guests!
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 600 g ground meat, 1 onion, 2 carrots, 4 cloves garlic, 100 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into large barrels and scoop out the pulp, leaving the bottom intact. Mix the ground meat and chopped vegetables with garlic and spices, add a little zucchini pulp for juiciness.
Stuff the zucchini with the prepared filling and sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake them for approximately 1 hour on the lower rack of the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius.
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9. Zucchini Rolls with Chicken in an Air Fryer
Source: cookpad.comServe the finished appetizer with fresh vegetables and herbs.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 1 large chicken fillet, 2 tomatoes, 80-100 g mozzarella, spices, aromatic herbs, olive oil.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into 5 mm thick planks, drizzle with olive oil, and fry in a pan on both sides until golden. Cut the chicken into pieces the size of the zucchini slices, pound them thin, and season. Place the chicken on the zucchini and add tomato slices. Season again, sprinkle everything with grated mozzarella, roll them up, and bake for half an hour in the air fryer at 190 degrees Celsius. Flip the rolls once during cooking.
10. Zucchini Casserole in an Air Fryer
Source: mirtesen.ruThe finished casserole can be sprinkled with chopped herbs or aromatic spices.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 3 tbsp sour cream, 2 eggs, 1 tsp mustard, 100 g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Dice the zucchini into small cubes and season to taste. Whisk the eggs, sour cream, and mustard, then add the grated cheese. Place the zucchini in a baking dish and pour the egg mixture over it. Cook for 40-45 minutes in the air fryer at 250 degrees Celsius.
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11. Zucchini Jam in an Air Fryer
Source: lobsterhouse.ruAn unusual way to make summer jam.
You will need: 3 kg zucchini, 500 g sugar, 1 orange.
Preparation: Peel and finely chop the zucchini, sprinkle with sugar, mix, and let stand for 1 hour. Then add the minced orange pulp and mix again. Pour a little water into jars and pack the jam into them.
Seal the jars and sterilize them for 15 minutes in the air fryer at maximum temperature. When bubbles appear in the jam, reduce the temperature to 150 degrees Celsius and sterilize for another 20 minutes.
12. Zucchini Boats in an Air Fryer
Source: dzen.ruChoose zucchini of roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 200 g chicken fillet, 1/2 onion, 1 tomato, 50 g sour cream, 80-100 g hard cheese, 3 basil leaves, 4 sprigs of dill or parsley, spices.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini lengthwise in half and scoop out the excess pulp with a spoon. Season them to taste, drizzle with oil, and bake cut-side down for 10 minutes on the air fryer rack at 180 degrees Celsius. Mince and fry the chicken fillet until cooked through.
Separately, mince and fry the onion, add the zucchini pulp to it, and cook until tender. Finely chop the tomato, basil, and herbs, mix the filling, and season it to taste. Add sour cream and one-third of the grated cheese to it. Fill the zucchini boats with the prepared filling, sprinkle with the remaining grated cheese, and bake for another 10 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.