These air fryer zucchini fritters are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside, without any of the mess, hassle, or calories from frying oil. They're the perfect way to use fresh zucchini that even the kids will gobble up.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Prep Time 25 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 35 minutesminutes
Servings 10fritters
Calories 47kcal
Author Michelle
Ingredients
1poundzucchini(about 1 large or 2-3 medium)
¾teaspoonsalt
1large egglightly beaten
½cupall purpose flour
½teaspoonbaking powder
¼cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
1tablespoonchopped chivesplus more for serving
½teaspoonground black pepper
Sour cream for serving
Instructions
Wash zucchini and trim off ends. Grate on the large holes of a box grater or using the grater attachment for the food processor.
Place zucchini in a large colander over the sink. Toss with salt. Let sit 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, squeeze handfuls of zucchini tightly over the sink to remove extra water. You can also use a tea towel or cheesecloth to wring out the water. You should be left with about 1.5-2 cups dry zucchini.
Add all ingredients, including zucchini, into a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, flattening with back of the spoon into air fryer (can line with parchment paper to prevent sticking.) (I can usually do 2-4 at a time, depending on air fryer size)
Cook in air fryer at 370°F for 10 minutes. Serve when cooked through and crispy on the outside.
Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream and chives for garnish.
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Notes
To make this recipe dairy free, omit the parmesan.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat, cook in the air fryer at 370°F for about 2-4 minutes or until heated through and crispy on the outside.
Freezer Directions: Lay cooked air fryer zucchini fritters flat in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Place in the freezer for an hour or 2. Transfer fritters to a large freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before following the reheating above.