Easy Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini (no breading)

Zucchini perfectly browned after being roasted in the air fryer.

Easy Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini (no breading)

My Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini (no breading), recipe is a simple and flavorful side dish. With only 5 minutes of prep time, this summer squash makes the perfect easy side dish for chicken, pork chops, and more! Keep reading below to learn how to perfectly roast zucchini in the air fryer.

Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer zucchini, air fryer zucchini side dish, easy air fryer side dish

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 9

Total Time 14

Servings

Author Ivory

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 pound zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter melted
⅓ teaspoon salt
⅓ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed

Instructions

Cut the zucchini: Using a sharp knife, cut off the outer edges of the zucchini. Next, slice the zucchini in half lengthwise, then slice those two pieces in half lengthwise. Finally, chop the zucchini into one-inch pieces.
To a large bowl, add the olive oil, melted butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir until well blended.
Add the zucchini pieces to the bowl and stir until well coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once the air fryer is ready, add the zucchini and cook for 7 to 9 minutes until the zucchini is tender, browned, and has crisp edges. Open and shake the air fryer basket halfway through for even cooking.
Once the zucchini is done, squeeze some fresh lemon juice on top, then enjoy!

Notes

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and heat for 2-3 minutes until warm.

Pro Tips:

The air fryer I used was the Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart. Since all air fryers are different, be sure to check on your zucchini halfway through the cooking process and adjust the cooking time as needed.
The longer you cook your zucchini, the more tender it will become. Overcooking will make it soggy. Don't overcrowd the air fryer. I recommend no more than 2 layers of zucchini in at a time.
I used 2 large zucchinis for this recipe. If your zucchinis are small, then 3 can be used.
Red pepper flakes are optional and can be omitted if preferred. Just a pinch of red pepper flakes is all you need. You can add more if you like your zucchini spicy.

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