Description
A light, delicious dish that transforms zucchini into crispy, cheesy bites, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and slice the zucchinis into thin rounds or sticks, about ½ inch thick.
- In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk the eggs and olive oil (or melted butter) together in another bowl.
- Dip each zucchini slice into the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the coated zucchini or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free options. Adding spices or fresh herbs can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 200mg