Description
Enjoy guilt-free crunch with these baked zucchini fries. They are a healthier alternative to traditional french fries, offering a delicious and satisfying twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and trim the ends of the zucchinis. Cut each zucchini into 1/4-inch thick sticks, resembling french fries.
- In a shallow dish, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, beat the egg.
- Dip each zucchini stick first into the beaten egg, letting any excess drip off.
- Then, dredge the zucchini stick in the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the zucchini fries.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve hot and enjoy your guilt-free crunch!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can add a touch of paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like marinara or a healthy yogurt-based dip.
- Ensure zucchinis are patted dry before coating to help the mixture adhere better.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg