Taste Air Fryer Hasselback Zucchini Using our Air Fryer Hasselback Zucchini recipe, you can turn the plain zucchini into a visually stunning side dish.
Ideal for those who like giving their veggies a unique spin, this meal highlights zucchini with mouthwatering tastes and a striking appearance.
We make a meal using an air fryer that is not only healthy but also perfectly crispy and tender at the same time. Whether you’re throwing a dinner party or just want to jazz up your weekday supper, this Hasselback Zucchini will wow with its understated grace and simplicity.
Ingredients Taste Air Fryer Hasselback Zucchini
- Four medium-sized zucchini
- Two tsp olive oil
- One tsp powdered garlic
- Half a teaspoon of paprika
- One tsp of kosher salt
- To taste, half a teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions Taste Air Fryer Hasselback Zucchini
- After washing, pat the zucchini dry.
- Making sure not to cut all the way through, carefully cut thin, parallel slices down the length of the zucchini, approximately ⅔ of the way through. The zucchini should be able to spread out between the slices while maintaining their structural integrity at the base.
- Make sure some of the olive oil goes in between the slices as you brush each zucchini.
- Add paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Additionally, try to distribute the spice across the slices.
- Load the pieces gently with grated Parmesan cheese. You may change the quantity of cheese to suit your tastes.
- Start the air fryer at 375°F, or 190°C. This guarantees consistent cooking and facilitates a speedy start to the cooking process.
- Arrange the seasoned zucchinis in a single layer into the air fryer basket.
Simmer for ten to fifteen minutes, or until the cheese is crispy and golden and the zucchini is soft. - After cooking, you may add more Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, as garnish.
- Serve hot as a nutritious snack or as a side dish.
Notes:
- Vary the cooking time according to the desired level of tenderness and the size of the zucchini.
- Before serving, think about adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkling of chile flakes for some more taste.
- If the zucchini begins to brown too soon, cover it with a piece of foil.