Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

 For the zucchini chips:

1 medium zucchini (about 8 oz)

1/2 tsp Kosher salt

cooking spray

2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 oz), divided

1/2 tsp garlic powder, divided

For the Herby yogurt dipping sauce:

1 small clove garlic

2 tsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving

1/4 cup plain whole-milk or 2% yogurt

1/2 tsp grated Parmesan cheese

pinch Kosher salt

freshly ground black pepper

1.  Using a mandoline or sharp knife, cut 1 medium zucchini crosswise into very thin rounds about 1/8-inch thick.  Toss with 1/2 tsp Kosher salt in a bowl, spread them out in a single layer on a double layer of paper towels to dry, then set aside for 3 to 10 minutes.

2.  Finely grate 1 small garlic clove into a small bowl.  Finely chop 2 tsp fresh basil leaves and add to the bowl.  Add 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 tsp grated Parmesan cheese, a pinch of Kosher salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.  Stir to combine.  Garnish with more chopped basil leaves, if desired.

3.  Heat an air fryer to 370 degrees.  Pat the tops of the zucchini slices dry with paper towels.  Coat the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray.  Add enough zucchini slices to sit in a single, even layer.  Coat with cooking spray, then sprinkle with 1 Tbsp of the grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 tsp of the garlic powder.  Air-fry until golden-brown, 7 to 8 minutes.  Check the chips halfway through:  Smaller chips may brown and crisp before larger ones, so remove those that are ready with tongs.

4.  Carefully transfer the chips with a slotted spoon or tongs to a serving plate or bowl.  Repeat air frying the remaining chips, patting them dry before placing in the air frying if needed.  Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Notes:

Make ahead: Herby yogurt sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated in an airtight container.

Storage:  Air fryer zucchini chips are best eaten the day they are made.  Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature and reheated in the air fryer for 2 minutes to re-crisp.