Description
Discover a delightful twist on traditional fries with these crispy baked zucchini fries featuring parmesan. Golden on the outside and tender on the inside, they are seasoned to perfection, offering an irresistible flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal, these zucchini fries are a healthier alternative that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether served with a zesty dipping sauce or enjoyed plain, they add a crunchy touch to any occasion. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Wash and dry the zucchinis, then cut them into sticks about 1 cm thick.
- In a bowl, combine the zucchini sticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan until well coated.
- Arrange the coated zucchini in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in garlic powder or Italian seasoning into the breadcrumb mixture. Swap out parmesan for pecorino cheese for a different taste. Ensure zucchinis are dried thoroughly after washing to achieve maximum crispiness.