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The Ultimate Crispy Zucchini Chips with Basil Mayo

These crispy zucchini chips are baked or air-fried to golden perfection and served with a creamy, herby basil mayo. A healthy, crave-worthy snack or side that’s gluten-free adaptable and ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 3–4 1x

Ingredients

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For the Zucchini Chips:

  • 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
  • ¼ cup almond flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika or chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg (or flax egg/plant-based yogurt for vegan)

For the Basil Mayo:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise (or dairy-free mayo)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (or air fryer to 375°F).
  2. Salt zucchini slices and let sit 10–15 minutes. Pat dry.
  3. Set up dredging bowls: flour, beaten egg, and seasoned panko.
  4. Dip each slice in flour, egg, then breadcrumbs.
  5. Place on parchment-lined tray or air fryer basket.
  6. Bake for 20–25 mins or air fry for 10–12 mins, flipping halfway.
  7. Mix all basil mayo ingredients in a bowl and chill.
  8. Serve chips warm with basil mayo for dipping.
  • Author: Tom
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
  • Method: Baked or Air-Fried
  • Cuisine: Modern, Healthy Comfort Food
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Keywords: crispy zucchini chips, basil mayo, air fryer zucchini recipe, healthy veggie chips, baked zucchini, dairy-free dip, low-carb snacks, gluten-free snack idea

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