Description
Enjoy crispy yet healthy Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries as a snack or side dish! Try this easy recipe today for a tasty treat you’ll love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs zucchini (about 3 medium), cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, oregano, basil, or rosemary)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, dried herbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the zucchini wedges in olive oil until evenly coated. Roll each wedge in the Parmesan mixture until fully covered.
- Arrange the coated zucchini fries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes. Switch to broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 zucchini fries (70g)
- Calories: 87
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add spices like cayenne for heat. Serve immediately for the best texture.