Vegan Crispy Air Fried Zucchini

Craving a guilt-free, crispy snack that’s perfect for any occasion? This Vegan Crispy Air Fried Zucchini recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor of a classic fried treat without the oil or calories. Fresh zucchini rounds are coated in a seasoned blend of flour, nutritional yeast, and panko breadcrumbs, then air fried to golden perfection for a light and satisfying bite. Made with wholesome ingredients like almond milk and apple cider vinegar to create a vegan buttermilk, this easy recipe is entirely plant-based and ready in just 35 minutes. Serve these irresistibly crispy zucchini bites as an appetizer, snack, or side dish with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing delight that's both nutritious and delicious. Perfect for those seeking healthy air fryer recipes or vegan comfort food options!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and cut off both ends. Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let it sit for a minute to create a vegan buttermilk.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast.

Step 5

Dip each zucchini slice into the flour mixture, ensuring it's completely coated. Then dip it into the almond milk mixture, followed by coating it in the panko mixture. Press gently to ensure the panko sticks.

Step 6

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.

Step 7

Place the coated zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them. You may need to cook in batches.

Step 8

Air fry the zucchini for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Repeat with remaining zucchini slices.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your choice of vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(862.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	943.2

Total Fat 7.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6593.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 32.2g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 540.7mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 1390.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.4%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 79.0%