Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini Sticks

High-Protein | Low-Carb | Diabetic-Friendly | Guilt-Free Snack! 😍


Ingredients:

2–3 medium zucchinis, cut into sticks

2–3 tablespoons olive oil

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Optional: a pinch of chili flakes for a little heat 🌶️


👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven:
    Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the zucchini:
    Wash and cut the zucchinis into thick sticks (like fries). Pat them dry with paper towels — this helps them crisp up better.
  3. Season:
    In a large bowl, toss the zucchini sticks with olive oil until evenly coated.
    In a separate small bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat:
    Roll each zucchini stick in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well.
  5. Bake:
    Arrange the coated sticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
    Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve:
    Enjoy hot with a dipping sauce like Greek yogurt dip, ranch, or marinara! 🍅

💡 Tips:

For extra crispiness, broil the sticks for the last 1–2 minutes.

Avoid overcrowding the baking tray so the zucchini crisps evenly.

These are great as a healthy snack, appetizer, or side dish!

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