Healthy Baked Zucchini Sticks

Name: Healthy Baked Zucchini Sticks
Prep time: 45 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 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)

(5.0)

By Judy Capodanno

Published 2/7/2022

Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Diabetic | Vegetarian

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.

Total Time

45 minutes

Servings

12

Calories

65

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How to Make Baked Zucchini Sticks

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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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

5 sticks

65

Calories

2

g

Fat

34

mg

Cholesterol

143

mg

Sodium

7

g

Carbs

1

g

Sat. Fat

1

g

Fiber

4

g

Protein

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