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Heart Healthy Baked Zucchini Sticks Recipe

                   
Baked Zucchini Sticks
Skip the bag of greasy chips and reach for these incredibly crispy, Parmesan-coated zucchini sticks instead. Oven-bake the zucchini until golden-brown, then dip in low-fat ranch for a cool, creamy element.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 12 servings
2 eggs
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried oregano or 2 tsp chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp dried thyme or 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp dried basil or 2 tsp chopped fresh basil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
3 medium zucchini
Low-fat ranch dressing for dipping (optional)
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Directions
Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, then slice into 4" x 1/2"-inch sticks.

Step 4

Dip the zucchini sticks into the egg and then into the bread crumb mixture. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until softened. Place under broiler for 5 minutes, or until slightly browned. Serve with Ranch dressing, if desired.

Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 65
Make this for: Healthy Kids
Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian.
Nutrition Info
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 5 sticks
Per serving:
calories:65
total fat:2g
sat fat:1g
cholesterol:34mg
sodium:143mg
total carb:7g
fibers:1g
proteins:4g

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Heart Healthy Baked Zucchini Sticks Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 12 servings
2 eggs
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried oregano or 2 tsp chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp dried thyme or 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp dried basil or 2 tsp chopped fresh basil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
3 medium zucchini
Low-fat ranch dressing for dipping (optional)
Directions
Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, then slice into 4" x 1/2"-inch sticks.

Step 4

Dip the zucchini sticks into the egg and then into the bread crumb mixture. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until softened. Place under broiler for 5 minutes, or until slightly browned. Serve with Ranch dressing, if desired.

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