Description
These Parmesan Zucchini Fries are a crispy and flavorful baked snack that’s perfect as a healthy appetizer or side dish. Coated in a crunchy panko and Parmesan cheese mixture, then baked to golden perfection, these fries offer a delightful alternative to traditional potato fries and pair beautifully with ranch dressing.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 3 small zucchinis
Breading & Coating
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- Ground black pepper, 3 dashes
- 2 cups Japanese panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Serving
- Ranch dressing, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare zucchinis: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Slice the zucchinis into 3-inch (7 cm) lengths and cut each piece into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick strips to resemble fries.
- Mix eggs and season: In a bowl, beat the 2 eggs with a pinch of salt and add 3 dashes of ground black pepper, whisking until well combined.
- Prepare breading mixture: On a large plate or shallow container, combine the 2 cups of Japanese panko bread crumbs with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, mixing evenly.
- Coat the zucchini strips: Working in batches, dip each zucchini strip into the beaten egg mix, shaking off any excess, then roll it thoroughly in the panko and Parmesan mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the coated zucchini strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are evenly spaced and not touching.
- Bake the zucchini fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning the fries and rotating the baking sheet halfway through the cooking time, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the fries from the oven and serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Zucchini has a mild taste, so the Parmesan cheese enhances the flavor significantly.
- The Parmesan in the breading is key to making the fries extra crispy and crunchy.
- Serving these fries with ranch dressing complements their crispy texture and adds a tangy flavor boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 6-8 fries)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
