Description
BAKED PARMESAN ZUCCHINI FRIES are the perfect guilt-free snack that brings together the delightful crunch of fries with the fresh taste of zucchini. Coated in a savory Parmesan and herb crust, these oven-baked treats are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Ideal for any occasion, whether as an appetizer at a gathering or a healthy side dish for dinner, they pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara or ranch dressing. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends while satisfying your snack cravings without compromising on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis (sliced into fries)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
- Marinara or ranch dressing (for dipping – optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Beat the eggs in another shallow bowl. Dip each zucchini fry into the egg mixture and then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve hot with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 zucchini fries (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg