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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Fries Recipe with Garlic Ranch Dip

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These air fryer parmesan zucchini fries are golden, crispy, and packed with flavor, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fries. Served with a cool, creamy garlic ranch dip, they’re perfect for snacking, parties, or as a veggie-packed side.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large or 3 medium zucchini (about 1.5 lbs), ends trimmed
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • Spray oil (avocado or olive oil)
  • For the Garlic Ranch Dip:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 1 small clove fresh garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chives, minced (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Pinch black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry zucchini. Trim ends, slice in half lengthwise, then into 3-4 planks per half. Cut planks into sticks about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper; one with beaten eggs; one with panko, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix each well.
  3. Dredge zucchini sticks in flour (shake off excess), dip in egg (let excess drip), then coat in parmesan-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place on a tray.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Arrange zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly mist with spray oil.
  6. Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway, until golden and crispy. Add 1-2 minutes if needed, watching closely.
  7. While fries cook, make the dip: whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, garlic, parsley, dill, chives, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve hot zucchini fries immediately with garlic ranch dip. Garnish with extra parmesan or parsley if desired.

Notes

Pat zucchini dry before dredging for best coating. Don’t crowd the air fryer basket—work in batches for maximum crispiness. For gluten-free, use GF flour and panko. The garlic ranch dip can be made ahead and keeps for 4-5 days in the fridge. Leftover fries reheat well in the air fryer.

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