Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
These air fryer zucchini fries are crispy and cheesy with a golden Parmesan-panko crust and a hint of oregano. A cool lemon-yogurt dip adds a bright, tangy contrast to each bite.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini about 8 oz, quartered lengthwise
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 Tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1 Tbsp all‑purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried oregano crushed
- ½ tsp kosher salt or ¼ tsp table salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ tsp finely grated lemon zest from 1 lemon
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Quarter zucchini, remove seeds, and cut into 16 fries.
- Toss panko with oil; microwave until golden, then stir in Parmesan.
- Whisk egg, flour, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge zucchini in egg then panko.
- Air‑fry at 400°F until crisp, 10–12 min, shaking halfway.
- Whisk yogurt with lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve fries hot with dipping sauce.