Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 10 min

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Ingredients

2 medium zucchini

1 large egg

1/2 cup almond meal

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese , can sub with vegan parmesan cheese or 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast for dairy free / Whole30 / Paleo

1 teaspoon garlic salt

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Step 1

CUT THE ZUCCHINI: Slice the zucchini into 1/2 inch spears or sticks by cutting in half lengthwise, then slice each piece into 1/2 inch quarters. Cut the spears in half, horizontally.

Step 2

COAT ZUCCHINI IN "BREADING": Beat the egg in a shallow bowl and whisk together the almond meal, Parmesan, garlic salt, Italian seasoning and paprika (if using) in another shallow bowl.For extra crispy fries, you can roll into some crushed pork rinds or crushed Paleo crackers such as Simple Mills Fine Ground Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers.

Step 3

Dip each zucchini stick into the egg wash then dredge into the parmesan mixture, coating well on all sides.

Step 4

Place the breaded zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, you will have to work in batches.Cook for 10-12 minutes at 400F, or until golden and crispy, shaking halfway through. Serve hot with favorite dip.