Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Chips
Crispy, golden zucchini chips coated in Parmesan and Italian herbs, air-fried to crunchy perfection. A low-calorie snack that satisfies chip cravings guilt-free.
PROTEIN 4g
CALORIES 118
P:E RATIO 0.3
TIME 22m
YIELD 4
P:E 0.3
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
3 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds HIGH FIBER
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese DAIRY
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs CARB BASE
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning FLAVOR
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder FLAVOR
1 large egg, beaten 4G PROTEIN
1/4 teaspoon salt FLAVOR
Cooking spray FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Store in a paper-towel-lined container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best eaten same day.
- Batching: Slice zucchini evenly (a mandoline helps) for consistent cooking.
- Reheat: Re-crisp in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 minutes. Do not microwave — they'll get soggy.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan, panko, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
02
THE MACRO PREP
Dip each zucchini round in beaten egg, then press into the Parmesan-panko mixture to coat both sides.
03
THE MACRO PREP
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
04
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Arrange zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket, not overlapping. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
05
STEP 5
Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
06
STEP 6
Repeat with remaining batches. Let cool completely before storing.
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FULL EXECUTION PLANS
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servings
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray