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Crispy Vegan Air Fryer Zucchini Fries - Eggless & Gluten-Free Recipe

These vegan air fryer zucchini fries are perfectly golden, wonderfully crunchy, and packed with flavor using simple plant-based ingredients. They're naturally gluten-free and come together in under 30 minutes from prep to plate, making them perfect for parties, game days, or anytime cravings strike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 medium zucchinis (about 1 pound)
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour or all-purpose gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
  • 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • Optional dipping sauce: vegan ranch or marinara

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the zucchini by cutting them into 1/2-inch thick sticks, similar to traditional french fries. Pat them completely dry with paper towels - this is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness!
  2. Set up your breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the chickpea flour. In the second bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk with 1/4 teaspoon of salt. In the third bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, remaining salt, and black pepper.
  3. Working with one zucchini stick at a time, coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the plant-based milk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press it firmly into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch each other. Lightly spray with olive oil.
  5. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Dry zucchini thoroughly before breading for maximum crispiness. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Can be frozen before cooking - add 2-3 minutes to cooking time if cooking from frozen.