Description
Get ready for a snack that’s light, crispy, and totally addictive. These Crispy Zucchini Chips with Basil Mayo are the perfect guilt-free way to satisfy your fried food cravings. Thin zucchini rounds are coated in a savory parmesan and panko mix, then cooked until golden perfection—air fried, baked, or pan-fried to suit your mood. Served alongside a creamy garlic-basil mayo, this easy recipe is ideal for quick appetizers, healthy snacks, or dinner ideas when you want something fun and flavorful. Whether you’re looking for food ideas that impress or a quick crowd-pleaser, this one’s a winner!
Ingredients
1 medium zucchini
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the zucchini, then slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry.
2. Prepare three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of panko and parmesan.
3. Dredge each zucchini slice in flour, then dip in egg, then coat with the panko-parmesan mix. Press gently to help it stick.
4. Cook using your preferred method:
5. – Air Fry: 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
6. – Bake: 425°F for 20–25 minutes on a wire rack.
7. – Shallow Fry: 2–3 minutes per side in hot oil until golden.
8. Make the basil mayo: mix mayo, basil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Patting the zucchini dry after salting is key to crispiness.
For extra crunch, spray lightly with oil before baking or air frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer / Baked / Shallow Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: healthy snack, quick appetizer, crispy zucchini, air fryer zucchini, easy dinner, food ideas