Description
Discover a guilt-free indulgence with these Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries! Combining the freshness of zucchini and the savory goodness of Parmesan cheese, this recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional fries. Perfect as a healthy snack, appetizer, or side dish for any meal, these crispy zucchini fries are seasoned to perfection and baked to golden brown. With just 5 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a nutritious treat ready in under 30 minutes. Enjoy them alone or with your favorite dipping sauce—they’re sure to be a hit with family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs. zucchini (3 medium), cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, oregano, basil, or rosemary)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper; spray lightly with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan, dried herbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss zucchini wedges in olive oil until coated. Roll in the Parmesan mixture until evenly covered.
- Place coated zucchini on the prepared baking sheet; sprinkle any remaining coating on top.
- Bake for about 15 minutes; broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg