Keto Zucchini with Parmesan in the air fryer is a tasty side dish. This dish is prepared in an air fryer without the extra oil, so it is also healthy for us. These zucchini slices are tossed in oil, then sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and spices to coat them perfectly. This dish is an easy way to utilize healthy vegetables in the diet in a flavorful way. This Keto Zucchini with Parmesan is prepared fast in only twenty-two minutes, so we don’t have to spend so much time preparing this side dish along with the main course. We have to avoid storing the zucchini slices in the freezer as they will become mushy. This side dish is very versatile and serves well with grilled meats as an appetizer or a snack, and it is gluten-free as well.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Prep time: 10 mints.
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Cook time: Twelve minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total Duration: 22 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs or a spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Cooking spray
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- Zucchini should be firm and medium-sized for a nice texture and even slices.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is used to make the crispy zucchini without the addition of lots of carbs.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- We use freshly grated cheese to make these snacks for a healthy and preservative-free dish.
GARLIC POWDER:
- It is added to improve the flavor of these zucchini snacks without the moisture.
SALT:
- It is used to fix the taste of the dishes.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- It is used to add the herby flavors that accompany the cheese.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat-up the air-fryer at 400 degrees F for around three minutes.
- We toss zucchini slices along with olive oil and coat them properly.
- Stir the salt, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, and sprinkle the mixture on the slices and coat properly.
- Add the slices of zucchini to the basket and air fry the slices for twelve minutes, flipping the slices in between.
- Top this Keto Zucchini with Parmesan along with parsley to serve hot. .
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Serve this zucchini along with keto ranch.
- Grilled chicken or steak pairs with this zucchini.
- Add this zucchini to a keto wrap.
- Sprinkle this air-fried zucchini over a keto pasta bowl.
- Serve this dish as a side of bun-less burgers.
- You can also top this zucchini over the cauliflower rice bowl.
TIPS:
- We don’t have to overcrowd the basket and cook in batches.
- Dry the zucchini slices along with a paper towel to eliminate the moisture.
- We turn the sides of these zucchini slices to brown them evenly.
- Sprinkle some chili flakes in between for the spice.
- Add some mozzarella cheese for the cheesy taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the remaining zucchini slices in the vacuum box and reserve the zucchini for three days.
FREEZER:
- We don’t have to freeze the zucchini as they will get mushy.
FAQs:
Can I make this dish along with yellow squash?
- We can make this dish along with yellow squash instead of zucchini, and it gives the same results in terms of both taste and texture.
How to prepare this dish dairy-free?
- We can utilize dairy-free cheese and nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative.
Will I peel the zucchini?
- It is not required to peel the zucchini, plus it helps to preserve the texture of the slices.
Why does the air-fried zucchini get soggy?
- The air-fried zucchini gets soggy because you do not dry them well or overcrowd the basket, so it steams.
Can I prepare this dish without oil?
- We can prepare the zucchini without oil, but it helps to stick the cheese and seasoning better.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric count: 120 kcal
Net carbs: 4g
Iron: 0.9mg
Total carbs: 5g
Vitamin A: 420 IU
Fiber: 1g
Calcium: 150mg
Protein: 6g
Iron: 0.9mg
Portion size: 1 cup
Sodium: 240mg
Serving: 4 zucchini slices
Potassium: 350mg