Description
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these Parmesan zucchini fries are a healthier, oven-baked snack packed with cheesy flavor. Perfect for parties, after-school snacks, or a light lunch, they’re easy to make and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large or 3 medium zucchini (about 1 lb), ends trimmed, cut into fries or sticks
- 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. If using a wire rack, set it on top.
- Wash and dry the zucchini. Trim the ends, slice each zucchini in half crosswise, then cut each half into 1/2-inch thick sticks or fries. Pat the sticks dry with a paper towel.
- Set up a dredging station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
- Dredge each zucchini stick in flour, tapping off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, then roll in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet or rack, leaving space between each fry.
- Lightly mist the fries with olive oil spray.
- Bake for 22–28 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let fries cool for 3–5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Pat zucchini dry before coating for maximum crispiness. Use a wire rack for best results, but flipping fries halfway works too. For gluten-free, use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Serve with marinara, ranch, or aioli. Don’t overcrowd the pan—bake in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of recipe (approx. 6–8 fries)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 540
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
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