Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries (Printable)

Golden zucchini fries with Parmesan coating and creamy, zesty dipping sauce, perfect for snacks or sides.

# What You Need:

→ Zucchini Fries

01 - 3 medium zucchini, cut into fry-shaped sticks
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Cooking spray or olive oil

→ Dipping Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or olive oil.
02 - In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Dip each zucchini stick into the beaten eggs, then thoroughly coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
05 - Place coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispness.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until fries are golden and crispy.
07 - While baking, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Serve the zucchini fries hot alongside the creamy dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like cheesy, crispy comfort food but use fresh zucchini so you can feel good about every bite.
  • The prep is simple enough for a weeknight, and kids genuinely get excited about eating their greens this way.
02 -
  • Don't skip the oil spray before baking, I learned the hard way that even parchment needs a little help to get that crispy finish.
  • If your zucchini releases too much moisture, pat the sticks dry with a paper towel before breading or the coating won't stick as well.
03 -
  • Use a wire rack on your baking sheet if you have one, it lets air circulate underneath and prevents any sogginess on the bottom.
  • For the crispiest coating, let the breaded fries sit on the pan for five minutes before baking so the crumbs can set and adhere better.
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