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    Zucchini Fries

    By Jill Baird · Published July 25, 2022 · Updated February 20, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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    These easy Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries have a perfectly crispy crust made from seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.  Serve with warm marinara dipping sauce for a simple side dish that’s fun, delicious and totally addicting.

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    • Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries
    • Ingredients in Baked Zucchini Fries
    • How to Make Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries
    • Best Zucchini Fries Tips and Tricks
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Baked Zucchini Fries
    • More of The Best Snacks and Appetizers

    Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries

    When zucchini season rolls around, one of my favorite snacks to make is Zucchini Fries.  They’ve got a crispy Parmesan bread crumb mixture on the outside but get nice and tender on the inside.  And since they are baked instead of fried, they make a healthy alternative to greasy French fries or sweet potato fries.  

    A serving plate full of baked Zucchini Fries with a side ramekin of marinara sauce.  A hand is holding a fry and dipping it into the sauce.

    All it takes is about 30 minutes and just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.  I will often serve these with warm marinara sauce for dipping, but Homemade Ranch Dressing, Southwest Ranch Dressing and Garlic Basil Hemp Aioli are all tasty options.

    See below for a few tips, tricks and answers to your most frequently asked questions.  Enjoy!  

    A sheet tray covered with parchment paper with panko crusted Zucchini Fries lined up.

    Ingredients in Baked Zucchini Fries

    • Zucchini - you can use any zucchini or even yellow squash for this recipe. The key is cutting them into spears that are all the same size so they bake evenly.
    • Flour - all-purpose flour works great for this recipe.
    • Breadcrumbs - you can use traditional bread crumbs or Japanese Panko crumbs for this recipe.  They give these fries that yummy crispy outer layer.
    • Parmesan Cheese - for best results, use freshly grated Parmesan instead of the stuff from the can.
    • Italian Seasoning - this adds great flavor to the recipe.
    • Garlic Powder - add a little more or less depending on your preference.
    • Salt and Pepper
    • Eggs - any kind of large eggs will work great.
    • Water - you can use water or milk for the egg mixture.
    A cutting board with fresh zucchini cut into spears.

    How to Make Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries

    1. Prepare bowls for breading.  In a shallow bowl or pie plate, add the flour.  In a second shallow bowl, combine the eggs and water and whisk well.  In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
    2. Coat zucchini sticks.  Working in batches, dredge each zucchini spear into the flour and then into the egg mixture, making sure it is fully coated.  Let the excess drip off, then place into the breadcrumb mixture and roll around to make sure all sides are well coated.  Place coated zucchini onto the prepared baking sheet leaving space between each piece.  Repeat the process until all of the zucchini is coated.
    3. Bake.  Bake in a preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown. 
    4. Serve.  Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then top with fresh parsley and serve warm with warm marinara sauce for dipping.  Enjoy!
    Three photos showing three separate bowls: one with flour, one with an egg mixture and one with a bread crumb mixture for dipping the zucchini spears.

    Best Zucchini Fries Tips and Tricks

    Here’s a few tips so that you’ll be making perfectly crispy and delicious Zucchini Fries in no time.

    • If your zucchini begins to form moisture after slicing into spears, pat them dry with paper towels before dipping into the flour.
    • The smaller and thinner the sticks, the crispier they will be.  Feel free to cut each zucchini into any size fries that you want, keeping in mind the cooking time will be shorter the thinner they are.
    • These don’t hold up super well, so plan on making only as many as you can eat in one sitting.  If you do have leftovers, save them in an airtight container in the fridge.  They can be tossed into salads, or chopped up and reheated for adding to tacos or quesadillas.
    • Make sure that your zucchini fries aren’t touching on the sheet tray.  They need room in order to get crispy on all sides.
    A sheet tray lined with parchment paper that has zucchini spears lined up.  They are covered in a bread crumb mixture and ready to bake in the oven.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make Zucchini Fries ahead of time?

    If you want to get a head start, you could mix together your bread crumb or panko mixture ahead of time.  Otherwise, this is one of those side dishes that is best eaten soon after it’s made.

    How do I keep baked Zucchini Fries from getting soggy?

    There is quite a bit of moisture in zucchinis.  When you bake thinly sliced zucchini, it’s not as much of an issue.  However, with larger spears it’s a good idea to pat them dry with paper towels before dredging.  If you want them to be super crispy, feel free to cut the spears smaller and even toss them in the broiler for a couple minutes after they are baked.

    Do you need to peel zucchini before using it?

    Nope!  The skin on zucchini is super thin so there is no need to peel.  Plus, the skins have a lot of nutrients and add a little bit of texture once baked.

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    Baked Zucchini Fries

    These easy Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries have a perfectly crispy crust made from seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.  Serve with warm marinara dipping sauce for a simple side dish that’s fun, delicious and totally addicting.
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 119kcal
    Author The Carefree Kitchen

    Ingredients

    • 4 small Zucchini quartered lengthwise
    • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
    • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
    • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
    • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Pepper
    • 2 large Eggs beaten
    • 2 teaspoons Water or milk
    • 1 cup Marinara Sauce warmed for dipping
    • 2 teaspoon Fresh Parsley chopped for garnish

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, or spray with non-stick cooking spray, and set aside.
    • In a shallow bowl or pie plate, add the flour. In a second shallow bowl, combine the eggs and water and whisk well. In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
    • Working in batches, dredge each zucchini spear into the flour and then into the egg mixture, making sure it is fully coated. Let the excess drip off, then place into the breadcrumb mixture and roll around to make sure all sides are well coated.
    • Place coated zucchini onto the prepared baking sheet leaving space between each piece. Repeat the process until all of the zucchini is coated.
    • Bake in a preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then top with fresh parsley and serve warm with warm marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 1mg

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    These oven-baked Zucchini Fries are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and perfectly delicious. They make a quick and easy appetizer, snack or side dish that's way healthier than French fries and just as tasty.

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