Description
Crispy and flavorful Baked Zucchini Fries coated with a seasoned panko and parmesan breadcrumb mixture, served with a creamy gorgonzola yogurt dipping sauce. A healthier alternative to traditional fries that’s perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Fries
- 2 Zucchini
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1/4 cup Gorgonzola Cheese
- 1/4 cup Light Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Chives
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) to prepare for baking the zucchini fries.
- Prepare Zucchini: Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise, then slice each half into approximately 1/2 inch wide by 4 inch long fries. There is no need to peel the zucchini.
- Make Breadcrumb Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, shredded parmesan cheese, salt, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper, mixing well to ensure even seasoning.
- Set Up Dredging Stations: In separate bowls, place the all-purpose flour in one, and beat the eggs in another.
- Bread the Zucchini: Working in small batches, coat each zucchini slice first with flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally dredge it through the seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture. Place each coated fry on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the Fries: Once all zucchini fries are breaded and arranged on the baking sheet, bake them in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Dipping Sauce: While the fries bake, combine plain Greek yogurt, gorgonzola cheese, light mayonnaise, and fresh chives in a food processor. Blitz the mixture until smooth and season with ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve the baked zucchini fries warm with the creamy gorgonzola yogurt dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the breaded zucchini fries lightly with cooking oil before baking.
- If you don’t have panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs can be used but the texture may not be as crispy.
- You can substitute gorgonzola cheese with blue cheese or a milder cheese depending on your taste preference.
- Ensure zucchini fries are spaced out on the baking sheet to allow even baking and crispiness.
- This recipe can be made gluten free by using gluten free flour and breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Baked Zucchini Fries, Zucchini Fries, Healthy Fries, Baked Vegetable Fries, Appetizer, Snack, Vegetarian
