Description
These crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters are a delightful appetizer or snack, perfect for using up fresh zucchinis. They are easy to make, flavorful, and satisfyingly crunchy, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fritters:
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated and squeezed dry
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray for air fryer
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine grated zucchini, Parmesan cheese, flour, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form a thick batter.
- Shape Patties: Scoop 2 tablespoons of the mixture, shape into small patties.
- Air Fry: Lightly spray the basket with oil, place fritters in a single layer, spray tops with oil, air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve: Repeat with remaining fritters and serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini for crisp fritters.
- Gluten-free version: Use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
