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Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Easy Homemade Parmesan Ranch Dip

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These crispy air fryer zucchini fries deliver a golden, crunchy exterior with tender zucchini inside, paired perfectly with a creamy, tangy Parmesan ranch dipping sauce. A quick and healthier snack or side that’s a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 1 pound or 450 grams), sliced into fries
  • ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour (can substitute gluten-free flour)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ cups (150 grams) panko breadcrumbs (Japanese-style recommended)
  • ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil spray, for air frying
  • For the Parmesan ranch dipping sauce:
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise (full-fat or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) buttermilk (or milk + lemon juice substitute)
  • ¼ cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the zucchinis thoroughly. Slice each into fries about 3 inches (7.5 cm) long and ¼ inch (0.6 cm) thick.
  2. Set up dredging stations: place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the third bowl.
  3. Coat the zucchini fries by tossing each fry first in flour, shaking off excess, then dipping into the beaten egg, and finally coating evenly in the breadcrumb mixture. Press crumbs lightly to adhere.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Arrange fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through, until fries are golden brown and crisp.
  7. While fries cook, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, grated Parmesan, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the Parmesan ranch dipping sauce. Chill until serving.
  8. Serve fries immediately, optionally sprinkled with extra grated Parmesan and chopped parsley, alongside the Parmesan ranch dip.

Notes

Dry zucchini well before breading to avoid sogginess. Cook fries in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure crispiness. Lightly spray fries with olive oil before air frying for a golden crust. The Parmesan ranch dip can be made ahead and chilled to enhance flavors. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat best in the air fryer.

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