Description
Discover a delightful and crispy twist on a classic vegetable with this Baked Zucchini Fries recipe. These golden-brown fries are coated in a savory blend of Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, baked to perfection and served with a creamy, tangy aioli dipping sauce made from Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon, and garlic. A healthy, flavorful snack or side dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Zucchini Fries
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Aioli Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayo
- Juice from 1 lemon, 2-3 Tablespoons
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Prepare a baking sheet by coating it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Coating: In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and sea salt to create the flavorful coating.
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two pieces widthwise. Slice each piece into 4-6 fries, aiming for uniform size. Pat the zucchini fries dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Coat Zucchini Fries: Dip each zucchini fry into the whisked egg, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge it into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the coated zucchini fries onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Repeat until all fries are coated and arranged.
- Bake Fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Carefully flip each fry and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the fries are crisp and golden brown.
- Make Aioli Sauce: While fries are baking, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with the hot zucchini fries.
Notes
- For a gluten-free alternative, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond meal/almond flour.
- Try alternative dipping sauces such as ketchup, Chick-fil-A sauce, or honey mustard dressing for variety.
- Patting zucchini dry is essential to achieve a crispy coating during baking.
- Make sure to flip fries halfway through baking to ensure even crispiness on all sides.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor and texture in the coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
