Best 4 Oven Fried Zucchini Sticks Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Zucchini sticks, a delightful and crispy appetizer or side dish, are a fantastic way to enjoy the versatile zucchini. This oven-fried version offers a healthier alternative to traditional deep-frying, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI STICKS



Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks image

Make and share this Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tablespoons romano cheese or 2 tablespoons asiago cheese, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon parsley
3 medium zucchini
1/4 cup milk
1 egg (might need 2)
1 cup spaghetti sauce or 1 cup ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • Place bread crumbs, cheeses, garlic powder, oregano, basil, parsley in ziploc bag; shake well to combine.
  • Set aside.
  • Cut each zucchini lengthwise into 8 pieces; cut each piece in half horizontally.
  • Beat egg and milk in a shallow bowl.
  • Dip each piece of zucchini in egg mixture then bread crumb mixture.
  • Repeat until all of the sticks are coated; place them on prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes or until brown and tender.
  • Serve with warm spaghetti sauce or ranch dressing.

VEGAN OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI STICKS



Vegan Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks image

This is an easy healthy appetizer or snack. It can also be used as a side dish.

Provided by SadieTheVeganLady

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons soy flour
⅓ cup plain bread crumbs
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 dash cayenne pepper
2 zucchinis, quartered and cut into spears
1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread olive oil on a large baking sheet.
  • Mix water and soy flour together in a bowl to form a thick, pancake-like batter.
  • Stir bread crumbs, herbes de Provence, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper together on a shallow plate.
  • Dip zucchini spears into the batter. Roll in bread crumb mixture to coat. Place spears cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, all facing the same direction.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Turn to other cut side and bake for 10 minutes. Turn spears so they are skin-side down; continue baking until browned, about 5 minutes more.
  • Transfer zucchini spears to a platter. Serve with vegan mayonnaise and ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 272 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI STICKS



Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks image

Totally yummy, super easy and low cal. Similar to recipe from Eating Well Magazine, Aug. 2005, but using less flour.

Provided by Mugsiewugsie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs zucchini, cut into 1/2-by-3-inch sticks (about 4 medium)
2 egg whites, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475°F Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Combine flours, cornmeal, salt and pepper in a large sealable plastic bag.
  • Dip zucchini in egg white, shake in the bag to coat, and arrange, not touching, on the baking sheet. Coat all exposed sides with cooking spray.
  • Bake on the center rack for 7-10 minutes. Turn the zucchini and coat any floury spots with cooking spray.
  • Continue to bake until golden and just tender, about 5 minutes more.
  • Serve hot.

OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI STICKS



OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI STICKS image

Categories     Vegetable     Appetizer

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tablespoons romano cheese or 2 tablespoons asiago cheese, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon parsley
3 medium zucchini
1/4 cup milk
1 egg (might need 2)
1 cup spaghetti sauce or 1 cup ranch dressing

Steps:

  • 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 2 Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray. 3 Place bread crumbs, cheeses, garlic powder, oregano, basil, parsley in ziploc bag; shake well to combine. 4 Set aside. 5 Cut each zucchini lengthwise into 8 pieces; cut each piece in half horizontally. 6 Beat egg and milk in a shallow bowl. 7 Dip each on the coated cookie sheet. 8 Repeat with rest of sticks. 9 Bake for 10-15 minutes or until brown and tender. 10 Serve with warm spaghetti sauce or ranch dressing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the zucchini sticks into even sizes so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a good quality breadcrumb mixture. You can use store-bought or make your own.
  • Season the breadcrumb mixture with your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Coat the zucchini sticks in the egg wash before dipping them in the breadcrumb mixture. This will help the breadcrumb mixture adhere to the zucchini sticks.
  • Use a cooking spray or a light coating of olive oil to prevent the zucchini sticks from sticking to the baking sheet.
  • Bake the zucchini sticks at a high temperature so that they get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • Serve the zucchini sticks with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Oven-fried zucchini sticks are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy this tasty treat at home.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #north-american     #healthy     #appetizers     #vegetables     #oven     #dinner-party     #low-fat     #spring     #summer     #vegetarian     #dietary     #seasonal     #low-saturated-fat     #low-calorie     #low-carb     #low-in-something     #squash     #taste-mood     #savory     #equipment     #number-of-servings     #presentation     #served-hot

Related Topics