Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini: A Healthy Crunchy Delight

Discover this healthy snack of Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini, transformed into a delightful treat with a crunchy coating.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bites

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 181

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Zucchini Bites

2 medium Zucchini sliced into ¼-inch rounds
½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated; swap for Pecorino if preferred
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Coating

2 tablespoons Olive Oil or cooking spray

Optional Garnish

2 tablespoons Parsley chopped

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
Parchment paper
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it.
Slice the zucchini into uniform ¼-inch rounds, aiming for about 20-25 slices.
Combine the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Drizzle the zucchini rounds with olive oil and toss gently until coated.
Dip the oiled zucchini slices into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down lightly for an even coating.
Lay the coated slices onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
Let the zucchini cool for 5 minutes and garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 299mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1236IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, use panko breadcrumbs and ensure even thickness of the zucchini slices. Enjoy immediately after baking for the best texture.

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