I am sharing a healthy recipe today. Shocker. I know. I love zucchini. I love fries. Put them together and you get these guys. Healthy doesn’t always equal tasty. These fries do match up healthy and tasty. These are baked, not fried and just as good. You can eat them as they are and be happy. Or you can dip them in ranch dressing and be happier. Your choice.
1 1/2 c. Panko (Japanese Bread Crumbs)
3/4 c. shredded Parmesan Cheese
2 tsp. Italian Seasoning (I made my own)
1 tsp. Kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
2 large egg whites
2 large zucchini
Italian Seasoning
3 tablespoons dried basil
3 tablespoons dried basil
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Mix together and grind up or smash with the back of a spoon. Store in an airtight container.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Lightly coat 2 cookie sheets with Pam. In a wide shallow dish, mix together all but the egg whites and zucchini.
In a bowl, lightly beat the egg whites. Cut the zucchini crosswise and cut into 1/2-inch wedges.
Working with one at a time, dip the zucchini into egg whites and then breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere. Arrange on sheets in a single layer. Bake until coating is golden and crisp, 20 minutes. Flip over halfway through baking time. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately. Dip in ranch if desired.
We ate ours along side French Dip sandwiches. Perfect partners.
I linked these to Tuesday Talent Show
Jen says
mmm…. I can't wait to try these. Olga serves zucchini fries. They are so greasy. This is a nice healthy version! Thank you!
Brandie says
Such a great idea. Love this!
tanja says
Hello Mandy,<br />Just discovered your blog and love it!!! Now you have one more regular follower 🙂 <br />The baked Zucchini Fries look soooo delicious, will try that!<br /> <br />My best wishes,<br />Tanja
Amanda- Eating in Winnipeg says
Happy weekend! Don't forget to come over and share a recipe at Savory Sunday!!
The Better Baker says
You can bet I'll be making these soon. What a great way to dress up zucchini. MMM!
Heather says
These look SO good – found you on Chef-in-Training:)