Baked Parmesan Zucchini Curly Fries
These crispy baked zucchini fries offer a delightful way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Perfect for sharing, they make a fun and healthier alternative to traditional fries!
Equipment
- Baking sheets
- shallow bowls
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Zucchini Fries:
- 12 oz spiralized zucchini noodles cut into 5-6 inch pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.75 oz finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg whites lightly beaten
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
Dipping Sauce:
- 0.25 cup light ranch dressing
- 0.25 cup lower-sodium marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper. Lightly coat them with cooking spray.
For Zucchini Fries:
- Prepare three shallow bowls; fill one with cornstarch, the second with beaten egg whites, and the last with a mixture of panko, Parmesan cheese, and oregano.
- Coat the zucchini pieces in cornstarch first, shaking off any excess, then dip into the egg whites, letting the surplus drip away. Finally, coat each piece with the breadcrumb mixture thoroughly.
- Arrange the breaded zucchini pieces on the baking sheets with space in between. Give them a light spray of cooking spray on top to achieve crispiness.
- Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes until they are golden and crunchy. Once out of the oven, sprinkle them with salt while they are still warm.
For Dipping Sauce:
- Combine ranch dressing and marinara sauce in a small bowl for a delectable dipping sauce to enjoy with your zucchini fries.
- Serve the crispy zucchini fries alongside the dipping sauce and savor the deliciousness!