Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries (Printable)

Crispy zucchini sticks coated in Parmesan and herbs, served with a creamy, tangy dipping sauce.

# What You'll 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 Make It:

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 first into the beaten eggs, then thoroughly coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
05 - Place the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until fries are golden and crispy.
07 - While fries bake, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and parsley in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Serve zucchini fries hot alongside the prepared dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like comfort food but sneak in vegetables without anyone complaining
  • The Parmesan crust gets so crispy in the oven you won't miss deep frying at all
  • That tangy dipping sauce is the kind of thing you'll start putting on everything else too
02 -
  • Pat the zucchini sticks dry with paper towels before coating or the breading will slide right off in the oven
  • Don't skip flipping them halfway through or you'll end up with one soggy side and one crispy side
  • Let the fries rest on the pan for a minute after baking so the crust sets and doesn't fall apart when you move them
03 -
  • Use a wire rack on top of your baking sheet if you have one so air circulates underneath and both sides get crispy
  • Grate your own Parmesan from a block instead of using the pre-grated stuff, it melts better and tastes fresher
  • Make the dipping sauce a few hours ahead and let it chill so the flavors meld together beautifully
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