Description
A simple and nutritious air fryer side dish featuring fresh zucchini and Parmesan cheese for a cozy flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini, cubed
- Olive oil spray (or 1 tablespoon of olive oil)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 heaping tbsp grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the zucchini; trim the ends and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, coat zucchini with olive oil spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Arrange zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes, shaking halfway through for even browning.
- Once tender and golden, remove and sprinkle Parmesan over the zucchini.
- Serve warm, optionally adding lemon zest or fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Experiment with optional add-ons like garlic powder, paprika, or fresh herbs for additional flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: zucchini, air fryer, healthy side dish, Parmesan, easy recipe