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Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini

Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini for a Guilt-Free Crunch!

Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini is a satisfying, low-calorie snack with only 181 calories per serving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 181

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 2 medium Zucchini Slice into uniform ¼-inch rounds
For the Coating
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; substitute with Pecorino for extra kick
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Preferred for extra crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider using fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with fresh herbs like basil or thyme
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on dietary needs
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Baking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or use cooking spray as a lighter alternative
For Garnish
  • to taste Parsley Chopped; optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice it into uniform ¼-inch rounds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Drizzle the sliced zucchini with olive oil, ensuring each round is coated evenly.
  5. Dip each zucchini slice into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove the tray from the oven, let cool for about 5 minutes, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 383IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 263mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and enjoy exploring variations by using different vegetables or cheeses.

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