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Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites

Published: Aug 24, 2021 · Modified: Jun 13, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 35 Comments

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These Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites are the perfect low-carb snack or appetizer for any occasion. They are kid-friendly, keto-friendly, gluten-free, and easy to make!

zucchini pizza bites on a plate
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  • Why I Love This Recipe
  • Ingredients Needed to Make This Recipe
  • Other Gluten-Free Pizza Bite Topping Ideas
  • How to Make Low-Carb Zucchini Pizzas
  • Expert Tips for Air Fried Pizza Bites
  • Which Air Fryer I Use For This Recipe
  • Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites

Why I Love This Recipe

I love these Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites because they offer a healthier alternative to traditional pizza bites while still providing the delicious flavors of pizza. The air fryer crisps up the zucchini perfectly, creating a satisfyingly crunchy exterior, and the toppings of sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.

I also love this recipe because it's kid-friendly, like my Taco Pizza Recipe and my Air Fryer Southwest Egg Rolls. These pizza bites are guilt-free and the perfect appetizer or light meal.

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Ingredients Needed to Make This Recipe

You only need a handful of ingredients to make these low-carb pizza bites. Of course, you will need fresh zucchini. You will also need your favorite pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and the toppings of your choice.

My bites were made with pepperoni and black olive since it's my family's favorite, but you can use any pizza topping you enjoy.

Other Gluten-Free Pizza Bite Topping Ideas

The great thing about mini zucchini pizza bites is that the toppings are easy to customize to your liking. Here are a few more topping ideas. Of course, you will have to make the toppings smaller in some cases to fit on the zucchini.

  • fresh tomato slices and basil
  • pesto sauce instead of tomato sauce
  • mushrooms
  • ham and pineapple
  • salami
  • bbq chicken
  • bell pepper
  • onion

How to Make Low-Carb Zucchini Pizzas

sliced zucchini with salt and pepper on top.

Step 1: Slice the zucchini into ¼" rounds and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F for 2 minutes.

sliced zucchini in an air fryer.

Step 2: Spray the air fryer with non-stick spray and carefully place as many zucchini slices as you can fit in the basket. Cook at 350° for 4 minutes.

zucchini pizza bite before cooking.

Step 3: Using tongs, remove each zucchini slice from the air fryer. Top each slice with pizza sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and olives.

zucchini pizza bites.

Step 4: Place the slices back in the air fryer and cook at 350°F for another 4-5 minutes. Remove from the air fryer using the tongs and allow the pizza bites to cool before enjoying.

Expert Tips for Air Fried Pizza Bites

  • These Zucchini Pizza Bites are best when eaten right away. They become soggy after a while so plan to make these right before serving.
  • Preheating your air fryer is not a necessity (unless otherwise noted by your manufacturer). However, it helps speed up the cooking time and helps cook the food evenly.
  • The first step of softening the zucchini before adding the toppings is an important step to get the zucchini to be just the right texture for these pizza bites.
  • Non-stick spray is a must-have when air frying so don’t skip it. Not only does it help the food from sticking to the basket, but it also aids in the cooking of whatever you are air frying. You can use vegetable oil, olive oil, avocado oil, or whatever oil spray you like.
  • Cooking times and temperatures may vary due to variations in equipment and may require adjustments.

Which Air Fryer I Use For This Recipe

I use a COSORI Air Fryer and I love it. It does take up some counter space so make sure you have room for it. If you want a smaller option, check out the COSORI Small Air Fryer or an attachment for the Instant Pot.

There are a lot of different types of air fryers out there now, and each one is slightly different. You could also check out this air fryer that goes on your counter or this air fryer that is more like a toaster oven. Lastly, ovens are now being made with an air frying function which is very cool...and very expensive.

If you get a chance to make these Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites, tag me on Instagram or Facebook and show me, or leave a review below! You can also follow me on Pinterest and sign up for my e-mail list to receive more fun and delicious recipes in your inbox.

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Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites

These Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites are the perfect low-carb snack or appetizer for any occasion.
5 from 42 votes
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Prep Time: 12 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 59kcal
Author: Emily
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Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • tongs
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced in ¼" rounds
  • salt and pepper for sprinkling
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • pepperoni, cut into small pieces (optional)
  • sliced black olives, cut into small pieces (optional)

Instructions

  • Slice the zucchini into ¼" rounds and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Preheat the air fryer at 350°F for 2 minutes.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick spray and carefully place as many zucchini slices as you can fit in the basket. Cook at 350° for 4 minutes.
  • Using tongs, remove each zucchini slice from the air fryer. Top each slice with pizza sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and olives.
  • Place the slices back in the air fryer and cook at 350°F for another 4-5 minutes. Remove from the air fryer using the tongs and allow the pizza bites to cool before enjoying.

Notes

  • These Zucchini Pizza Bites are best when eaten right away. They become soggy after a while so plan to make these right before serving.
  • Preheating your air fryer is not a necessity (unless otherwise noted by your manufacturer). However, it definitely helps speed up the cooking time and helps cook the food evenly.
  • The first step of softening the zucchini before adding the toppings is an important step to get the zucchini to be just the right texture for these pizza bites.
  • Non-stick spray is a must-have when air frying so don’t skip it. Not only does it help the food from sticking to the basket, but it also aids in the crisping of whatever you are air frying. You can use vegetable oil, olive oil, avocado oil, or whatever oil spray you like.
  • Aluminum foil is also a handy tool when air frying for easier clean-up. You will get some residual oil spray at the bottom of your air fryer as well as some food that may fall off. Use a small piece of foil to catch as much as you can.
  • Cooking times and temperatures may vary due to variations in equipment and may require adjustments
  • Always read the instruction manual that came with your Air Fryer and follow all safety guidelines.

Nutrition

Serving: 6slices | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.6g | Protein: 2.9g | Fat: 3.1g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 246mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 1.9g | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    March 12, 2022 at 5:47 pm

    Emily I must say, you are making me try this recipe tomorrow. Thank you for sharing such an amazing recipe, I gotta try this now for sure.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      March 12, 2022 at 7:32 pm

      Thanks, Sarah. I know you are going to love this one!

      Reply
      • Sarah says

        March 13, 2022 at 5:50 am

        I am 100% sure it will turn out great. In fact, I am going to update you with the results here soon. 🙂

  2. Linda says

    August 31, 2021 at 5:56 am

    5 stars
    Love this recipe and makes a good low-carb option

    Reply
    • Emily says

      August 31, 2021 at 2:25 pm

      Anytime I can find a delicious low-carb option I’m in! Thanks, Linda!

      Reply
  3. Aya says

    August 31, 2021 at 3:33 am

    5 stars
    These air fried zucchini are delicious and the perfect appetizer!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      August 31, 2021 at 3:47 am

      Thanks, Aya! I love quick and easy appetizers...especially with the word pizza in it!

      Reply
  4. Amanda Dixon says

    August 30, 2021 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    This is perfect with all the zucchini we have right now! They turned out so good and were such a fun, new way to use the air fryer.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      August 31, 2021 at 3:52 am

      So glad to hear it, Amanda. This time of year always cracks me up with all of the zucchini and then suddenly it's gone. Take advantage of it while you can.😂

      Reply
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