Best 9 Baked Panko Breaded Zucchini Fries Recipes

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Zucchini fries, a delectable and healthy alternative to traditional fries, are a crispy, golden-brown treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Made from fresh zucchini, coated in a flavorful mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, herbs, and spices, these fries are baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior. Served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch, marinara, or aioli, these zucchini fries are a perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a main course for vegetarians and health-conscious individuals. Additionally, the recipe provides options for making these fries in an air fryer or oven, catering to different cooking preferences and equipment availability.

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BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES RECIPE (EASY & HEALTHY!)



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This parmesan zucchini fries recipe uses just 5 ingredients and it's low carb! Baked zucchini fries are golden, crisp, and easy to dip in 30 minutes.

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories     Appetizer     Snack

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 medium Zucchini
1 large Egg
3/4 cup Grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp Garlic powder
1/4 tsp Black pepper ((optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line and lightly grease a baking sheet. (Parchment paper works best, but foil might be okay if you grease it very well.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 693 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZUCCHINI FRIES



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These easy Baked Zucchini Fries with Parmesan and Panko are just as crisp as fried fries for a fraction of the calories! A healthy, kid-friendly side dish or appetizer.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium 7-inch zucchini (cut into 1/2 inch x 3 1/2-inch "sticks" (about 1 1/4 pounds))
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large egg whites
Nonstick cooking spray (olive oil or canola oil flavored)
1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil)
1 clove minced garlic (about 1 teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the fries: Position racks in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a large, rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • Spread the sliced zucchini onto paper towels or a damp kitchen towel. Lightly pat dry. Let rest on the towels while you prepare the coating.
  • In wide, shallow dish (a pie dish works well) combine the Panko, flour, Parmesan, salt, onion powder, and pepper. In a separate bowl that is large enough to coat the zucchini, briskly whisk the egg whites until lightly foamy.
  • Working five or six zucchini fries at a time, place the zucchini in the bowl with the egg whites, tossing to coat them evenly. Shake off any excess egg white, then add them to the bowl with the Panko. Coat them with the Panko, pressing it on lightly so that it adheres. Arrange the zucchini on the baking sheet. Line up the sticks so that they are near each other and all fit, but make sure they do not touch. Repeat with remaining zucchini.
  • Lightly but thoroughly coat the exposed sides of the zucchini with the cooking spray. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and lightly coat with baking spray once more. Return to the oven, rotating the pan 180 degrees, then continue baking for 10 additional minutes, until the crumbles are crisp and golden and the insides are tender.
  • While the zucchini bakes, prepare the dipping sauce. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients: the Greek yogurt, basil, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and paper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve the fries immediately, with the sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 6); about 8 fries without dipping sauce, Calories 95 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g

BREADED AND BAKED ZUCCHINI



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Tangy breaded zucchini is baked until soft.

Provided by Meggles

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons brown mustard
2 tablespoons fat free Italian salad dressing
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix mustard and Italian dressing together in a bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Dip zucchini slices in the mustard mixture; coat with bread crumbs. Arrange coated zucchini in a casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 757 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CRISP ZUCCHINI-PANKO FRIES



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The zucchini can be replaced with 2 yellow squashes; 8 ounces haricots verts, trimmed, rinsed, and dried; or 2 portobello-mushroom caps, cut into 1/2-inch slices.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large eggs
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
2 cups panko, preferably whole wheat
2 large zucchini (1 1/2 pounds total), halved crosswise and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Whisk together eggs and 2 tablespoons water in a shallow bowl. Place wheat germ and panko in separate shallow bowls. Working with one wedge at a time, dip zucchini in wheat germ; coat in egg, then panko, pressing gently to adhere. Arrange in a single layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle with oil; season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Bake, rotating sheets and flipping zucchini halfway through, until golden brown and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 g, Cholesterol 106 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 429 g

OVEN BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES



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Golden, crunchy, seasoned way to serve zucchini that is quite flavorful!

Provided by Terry Ann Brandt

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
1 (9 inch) zucchini, peeled
¼ cup margarine or butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil lightly greased with cooking spray.
  • Cut the peeled zucchini in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Slice the zucchini ito 1/2 x 1/2 x 4 inch pieces.
  • Combine the bread crumbs, cheese, and seasoned salt in a pie plate. Dip the zucchini fries into the melted margarine, then press into bread crumbs. Gently toss between your hands so any bread crumbs that haven't stuck can fall away. Place the breaded zucchini onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the zucchini in the preheated oven until the fries are golden and tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 4.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 666.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CRISPY BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES



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I coat zucchini strips with a mixture of panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and spices. Then I bake them until they're crispy and golden brown. Delicious! -Matthew Hass, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium zucchini
1 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and then in half crosswise. Cut each piece lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices., In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese and seasonings. Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls. Dip zucchini slices in flour, then in egg and then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. Place on a greased rack in a foil-lined rimmed baking pan. Drizzle with oil. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

15-MINUTE BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES



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Our 4-ingredient recipe for Baked Zucchini Fries are a healthier alternative to French fries, and they taste better too thanks to the fresh buttery taste of Country Crock®. They take just 15 minutes to prep, then the zucchini fries bake in the oven until perfectly crisp, so cleanup is a breeze.

Provided by Country Crock®

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 small zucchini, cut into sticks
3 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread
¾ cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Brush baking sheet with additional Country Crock® Spread; set aside.
  • Toss zucchini with Spread in large bowl until coated. Combine crumbs and Parmesan on plate. Coat zucchini with crumb mixture; arrange on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned and crumbs are crisp. Serve, if desired, with salsa or ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 4.6 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 481.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

ZUCCHINI FRIES



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Breaded strips of zucchini get baked in the oven until crispy in this recipe for zucchini fries that are better than take out.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan (2 1/4 ounces)
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 large egg whites
2 large zucchini (1 1/4 pounds total), halved crosswise and cut into 1/2-inch wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Lightly coat 2 rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray. In a wide, shallow dish, mix together panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, cayenne, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a medium bowl, lightly beat egg whites.
  • Working with one at a time, dip zucchini wedges in egg whites, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere. Arrange on sheets in a single layer. Bake until coating is golden brown and crisp, 20 minutes, flipping zucchini and rotating sheets halfway through. Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g

BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES



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This recipe is easy and delicious! Can be used for appetizers or part of the main course!

Provided by Tralayna

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Zucchini Appetizer Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
½ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, beaten
3 zucchinis - ends trimmed, halved, and cut into 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Stir bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate shallow bowl.
  • Working in batches, dip zucchini strips into egg mixture, shake to remove any excess, and roll strips in bread crumb mixture to coat. Transfer coated zucchini strips to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake zucchini fries in the preheated oven, turning once, until golden and crisp, 20 to 24 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 225 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a mandoline or sharp knife to cut the zucchini into even slices. This will help them cook evenly.
  • To make the panko breading extra crispy, toast it in the oven before using. Spread the panko crumbs on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • If you don't have a baking rack, you can use a cooling rack placed over a baking sheet. This will allow the air to circulate around the zucchini fries and help them cook evenly.
  • Zucchini fries can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or ketchup. You could also sprinkle them with Parmesan cheese or grated lemon zest for an extra flavor boost.

Conclusion:

Baked panko-breaded zucchini fries are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their crispy coating and tender zucchini interior, these fries are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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