Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried zucchini fries. This dish is a perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a main course when served with a protein of your choice. These fries are coated in a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb coating and baked in the oven until golden brown. They are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and they are also a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. The Parmesan cheese adds a delicious salty flavor to the zucchini, and the breadcrumb coating adds a crispy texture. These fries are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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BAKED PARMESAN ZUCCHINI FRIES
These crunchy and low-fat veggie fries are super-easy to make - and will certainly satisfy any French fry connoisseur. Dress them up with your favorite dipping sauce or drizzle with cheese sauce for an irresistible upgrade.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust 2 oven racks to the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Put the wire racks in the baking sheets and coat each generously with cooking spray.
- Combine the flour and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large re-sealable plastic bag. Combine the eggs and 3/4 teaspoon salt in another large plastic bag; combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a third large plastic bag.
- Add about a half of the zucchini sticks to the bag with the flour and use a combination of your hands and shaking the bag to coat the zucchini. Remove the zucchini and shake off any excess flour. Transfer to the egg wash and repeat until coated. (It's less messy if you use only one hand for the dry ingredients and the other for the wet.) Let any excess egg drip off before transferring to the breadcrumb mixture; repeat until fully coated (you'll still see some green and white of the zucchini peeking through the breading). Transfer to the prepared baking sheets and coat the breaded zucchini generously with cooking spray (there's no need to turn them). Repeat with the remaining zucchini.
- Bake, rotating the baking sheets from top to bottom about halfway through, until golden brown and tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with a little salt and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
BAKED PARMESAN ZUCCHINI CURLY FRIES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 Degrees. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In one bowl, place beaten eggs. In a second bowl, place flour. In a third bowl, mix together bread crumbs, garlic powder and parmesan cheese.
- Cut zucchini noodles into shorter pieces (about 5-6 inches). Squeeze any extra moisture out of your zucchini with a paper towel. Working in batches, place dredge the noodles through the flour, shaking off the excess. Dredge through eggs, shake off excess, then dredge through parmesan mixture.
- Spread thin (into one layer) on prepared baking sheets. Bake until golden and crisp, about 12-15 minutes.
- Dip in ketchup or your favorite fry sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 584 kcal, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 728 mg, Carbohydrate 100 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 25 mg
BAKED ZUCCHINI PARMESAN FRIES
A super easy recipe for baked zucchini Parmesan fries. Made with almond and coconut flours, this is a flavorful appetizer or side dish everyone will love!
Provided by Megan Olson
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour coconut flour into a bowl.
- Whisk egg whites and water together in a bowl.
- Combine almond meal, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and pepper in another bowl.
- Dredge batches of zucchini in coconut flour using tongs. Dip in beaten egg whites; toss in almond meal mixture until coated. Arrange on the lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until slightly golden, about 20 minutes. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 63.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid zucchini that are large, soft, or have blemishes.
- Slice the zucchini evenly. This will help them cook evenly. Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick strips.
- Coat the zucchini in the egg mixture. This will help the bread crumbs adhere to the zucchini.
- Press the bread crumbs into the zucchini. Make sure the zucchini is evenly coated.
- Bake the zucchini fries at a high temperature. This will help them get crispy. Bake the zucchini fries at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the zucchini fries with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for zucchini fries include marinara sauce, ranch dressing, and tzatziki sauce.
Conclusion:
Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries are a delicious and healthy appetizer or side dish. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The zucchini fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the Parmesan cheese adds a delicious cheesy flavor. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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