Description
Prepare these crispy zucchini fries recipe delights, a guilt-free treat that merges convenience with gourmet flair. Enjoy an easy-to-make, healthy appetizer perfect for any occasion, featuring a delightful combination of parmesan-coated zucchini sticks baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 small zucchinis
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch of salt
- Ground black pepper
- 2 cups Japanese panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Ranch dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the zucchinis into thin sticks resembling French fries.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper.
- Dip each zucchini stick into the egg mixture, then roll in a mixture of panko bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
- Place the coated zucchini sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crisp, turning halfway through.
- Let the fries rest for a couple of minutes before serving with ranch dressing.
Notes
- Pat zucchini dry before dipping to ensure crispiness.
- Bake on a wire rack for even cooking on all sides.
- Season breadcrumbs with garlic powder or Italian herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: crispy zucchini fries, parmesan zucchini fries, easy zucchini fries, healthy zucchini snacks