Can You Put Courgette (Zucchini) In An Air Fryer?

Nothing says fresh Summer vegetables more than the courgette (Zucchini) and if you’ve ever grown them yourself, you’ll know just how abundant a crop they are. One plant can produce kilos of courgettes all Summer long.

Finding new and tasty ways of cooking them can be challenging. But not if you own an air fryer. The courgette is the perfect vegetable to cook in an air fryer because the moisture content is so high in courgettes.

This means you can get a real mix of textures, crispy exterior with a soft, moist interior.

The Easiest Air Fryer Courgette Recipe Ever!

With hardly any preparation time and only a few ingredients we’re sure you’ll love these air fried courgettes.

Ingredients

• 227g (8 ounces) Courgettes (Zucchini)
• ½ tablespoon Garlic Powder
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon Dried Parsley
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Method

1. Preheat the air fryer to 200 C (400 F)
2. Chop the courgettes into 12mm (½ inch) half moon shaped pieces
3. Place the courgette pieces in a large bowl and add all of the other ingredients and toss to ensure the courgette pieces are coated fully
4. Place the courgette pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket (you might need to cook in batches)
5. Air fry for 3 minutes
6. Shake the basket and air fry for a further 3 minutes
7. Shake the basket and air fry for another 3 to 5 minutes or until the courgette pieces are golden brown

Easy Air Fryer Courgette Cooking Tips

• You can use any spices or herbs that you prefer
• You could sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese after cooking
• You can substitute courgette for any squash of your choice
• All cooking times are for guidance only as all air fryers are different

How To Cook Cheesy Courgettes In An Air Fryer

This recipe is a real family favourite!

Ingredients

• 227g (8 ounces) Courgettes
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon Herbes De Provence
• ½ teaspoon Salt
•  1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Method

1. Preheat the air fryer to 200 C (400 F)
2. Slice the courgettes into 6mm (¼ inch) slices
3. Place the sliced courgettes into a large bowl
4. Add all of the other ingredients and toss to ensure all of the courgette pieces are coated
5. Place the coated courgettes in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you might need to cook in batches)
6. Air fry for 6 minutes
7. Turn the courgette pieces and cook for a further 6 minutes
8. Serve

How To Make Courgette Chips (Zucchini Fries) In An Air Fryer

These courgette chips make a nice change and add texture to midweek meals.

Ingredients

• 227g (8 ounces) Courgettes
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ½ teaspoon Paprika
• ½ teaspoon Herbes De Provence
• ½ teaspoon Salt
•  1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Method

1. Preheat the air fryer to 200 C (400 F)
2. Slice the courgettes into chip sized pieces
3. Place in a large bowl and add all of the other ingredients except the cheese
4. Toss to ensure all pieces are fully coated
5. Place the coated courgette pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer
6. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the courgette pieces
7. Air fry for 5 minutes
8. Turn and air fry for a further 3 to 5 minutes, or until the courgette pieces are golden brown and crisp
9. Serve

What is the courgette’s favourite sport?
Squash! 😂

SEE ALSO:

• Can You Put Waffles In An Air Fryer?
• Can You Put Pasta In An Air Fryer?
• Can You Put Ravioli In An Air Fryer?

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