Air Fryer Grilled Zucchini Salad
Air Fryer Grilled Zucchini Salad
Chewy and Delicious! Easy Air Fryer Grilled Zucchini Salad Recipe
Experience a delightful chewy and firm texture with our Air Fryer Grilled Zucchini Salad, coated in a savory and appetizing sauce! This dish is incredibly delicious and makes for a perfect side dish. Unlike zucchini fried in a pan with oil, this method offers a lighter, healthier, and more satisfying taste. It’s a wonderful way to add a burst of flavor to your everyday meals or special occasions.
Main Ingredients- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 red chili pepper
- A small bunch of green onions (white parts preferred)
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp corn syrup (or sugar)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp corn syrup (or sugar)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the zucchini thoroughly and pat it dry. Rinse the red chili pepper. Prepare the green onions, focusing on the white parts.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onions. You can chop them a bit thick or thinly, depending on your preference.
Step 3
Remove the seeds from the red chili pepper and chop it finely. It adds a nice pop of color to the dish.
Step 4
Slice the zucchini into uniform pieces, about 0.5 cm thick. Slices that are too thin can break easily when cooked, and slices that are too thick will take longer to cook. Aim for a moderate thickness.
Step 5
Arrange the sliced zucchini in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overlap them. This allows for even cooking.
Step 6
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Place the zucchini in the basket and cook for a total of 10 minutes. After about 7 minutes, carefully pull out the basket, flip the zucchini slices, and cook for another 3 minutes to ensure they are evenly browned on both sides.
Step 7
Once the zucchini is grilled, let it cool slightly. If you mix it while it’s still hot, it can easily become mushy. Allow it to cool down a bit.
Step 8
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp minced garlic, 0.5 Tbsp corn syrup, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil. Whisk well to create the dressing. Set aside the sesame seeds for garnish at the end.
Step 9
Add the chopped green onions and red chili pepper to the slightly cooled grilled zucchini. Pour the prepared dressing over it.
Step 10
Gently toss everything together to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed amongst the zucchini slices. Be careful not to mix too vigorously, as this can break the zucchini.
Step 11
Finally, sprinkle generously with sesame seeds to finish. Your delicious Air Fryer Grilled Zucchini Salad is now ready!
Step 12
Zucchini grilled in the air fryer offers a wonderfully light and less oily texture compared to pan-fried zucchini. It retains a delightful chewy yet tender quality, making it exceptionally appealing.
Step 13
With the addition of this flavorful dressing, you’ll create a side dish so delicious it might just disappear with your rice! If you usually only make zucchini soup or stir-fries, try this grilled and dressed version for a truly unique and satisfying culinary experience. It’s a standout dish!
