Vegan Air Fryer Squash

This Vegan Air Fryer Squash is a perfect side dish or appetizer! They are so delicious with a cheesy, crunchy, flavorful breading. Just a few minutes and simple ingredients are needed to make these easy bites in the air fryer or oven!

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Bonnie - Serene Trail

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 153kcal

Ingredients

2 medium yellow squash (~3 cups sliced)
1/4 cup flaxseed meal, (37g)
2/3 cup warm water, (158ml)
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, (75g)
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, (30g)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
cooking oil spray
Fresh Parsley (garnish)

Instructions

Make the flax egg by mixing the flax meal with the warm water in a wide, shallow bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow time for it to thicken.
Slice the squash into 1/4 inch rounds and discard the ends. No need to peel it. Pat the slices dry with a kitchen towel.
Combine the remaining dry ingredients except for the fresh parsley in a separate, wide, shallow bowl. At this point, you should have one wet bowl and one dry bowl. Heat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) and spray the bottom of it with a thin layer of cooking spray.
One at a time, coat the squash in the flax mixture and then transfer them to the dry breading bowl. Gently coat the slices and then place them in a single layer in the air fryer. There should be a small amount of space between each one. Spray the tops of them with a bit more oil.
Cook the squash for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. It’s not necessary to flip them halfway through. Prepare the next batch while one is cooking to save time. Garnish the rounds with fresh parsley and enjoy!

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Notes

Oven Instructions

Bread the squash slices. Grease a baking sheet and place them in a single layer with some space between them. Spray the top of the slices with a little bit of oil. Bake them in the middle of the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until they are a light golden color. Flip them halfway through.

Recipe Variation Ideas

Add a dash or two of cayenne for spiciness.
Sprinkle on some vegan parmesan for a cheesier flavor.

Nutrition

The nutritional information provided is an estimate from third-party calculations.

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