Description
Crispy and flavorful baked zucchini fries coated with a parmesan and breadcrumb crust, served with a tangy aioli dipping sauce. A healthy and delicious snack or side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Zucchini Fries
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 egg, whisked
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Aioli Dipping Sauce
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayo
- Juice from 1 lemon, 2-3 tablespoons
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the Coating Mix: In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, Italian seasoning, and sea salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Slice the Zucchini: Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two pieces widthwise. Next, cut each piece into 4-6 fry-shaped sticks, aiming for uniform size. Pat the zucchini slices dry using a paper towel to help the coating stick.
- Coat the Zucchini Fries: Dip each zucchini fry into the whisked egg, shaking off any excess. Then dredge it into the breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to coat thoroughly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini fries on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch to allow even crisping.
- Bake the Fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then flip each fry and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the fries are crisp and golden brown.
- Prepare the Aioli: While the fries bake, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve: Remove the fries from the oven and serve immediately with the aioli dipping sauce for a delicious snack or side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond meal/almond flour.
- Alternative dipping sauces such as ketchup, Chick-fil-A sauce, or honey mustard dressing can be used for variety.
- Patting the zucchini dry before coating helps achieve crispiness.
- Ensure the fries are spaced out on the baking sheet to avoid sogginess.
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: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
