Baked Zucchini Fries: 1 Guilt-Free Crispy Snack
Enjoy crispy baked zucchini fries, a healthier twist on a classic snack, served with a zesty garlic aioli. This recipe is perfect for a guilt-free indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Garlic Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the zucchinis into 1/2-inch thick sticks, resembling fries.
- In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini sticks with olive oil until lightly coated.
- In a separate shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each zucchini stick in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- While the fries are baking, prepare the garlic aioli: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Serve the hot zucchini fries immediately with the garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the fries with cooking spray before baking.
- Adjust the garlic in the aioli to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: Approx. 200 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 300mg
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 12g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 5g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10mg