Description
Enjoy these Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries, a wonderful, healthy side dish or snack. They are easy to make and deliver maximum crunch without deep frying. You will love the simple breading that locks in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and trim the ends of the zucchini. Cut each zucchini lengthwise into fry-shaped sticks, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls.
- In the first bowl, whisk the egg and water together.
- In the second bowl, mix the flour, salt, and pepper.
- In the third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, if using.
- Dip each zucchini fry first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Next, dip the floured fry into the egg wash, letting excess drip off.
- Finally, press the fry into the breadcrumb mixture to coat completely.
- Place the coated fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spray the tops of the fries generously with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the breaded fries sit on the pan for 5 minutes before baking.
- Pat the zucchini sticks dry with a paper towel before you start breading to remove excess moisture.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, like marinara or ranch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Healthy Bites
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg