Air-Fried Zucchini Chips with Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Thinly sliced zucchini air-fried until delicate and crisp, topped with nutty parmesan for a satisfying low-carb snack. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (keto), ready in about 18 minutes, turns zucchini, olive oil, grated parmesan cheese into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
2. Step 2: Slice zucchini into 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline or sharp knife.
3. Step 3: Arrange slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket and brush lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp grated parmesan, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp salt evenly over the zucchini.
5. Step 5: Air fry for 8 minutes, shaking the basket gently after 4 minutes, until edges are golden and crisp.