Dairy-Free Crispy Baked Zucchini Sticks
Satisfy your craving for a crunchy, savory snack with these **Dairy-Free Crispy Baked Zucchini Sticks**—a guilt-free and wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Made from fresh, tender zucchini coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of **Panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and paprika**, these golden-brown vegetable sticks are baked to crispy perfection without the need for dairy or deep frying. A quick **15 minutes of prep time** and a simple batter made with **all-purpose flour and water** make this recipe both easy and accessible. Ideal as a healthy appetizer, snack, or side dish, serve these plant-based zucchini fries with your favorite dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing treat that's vegan, packed with flavor, and irresistibly crispy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and cut off the ends. Slice each zucchini into sticks approximately 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch wide.
Set up a dredging station with two bowls. In the first bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and water to create a smooth, slightly thick batter.
In the second bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Dip each zucchini stick into the flour batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help the crumbs adhere.
Place the coated zucchini sticks onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.
Lightly spray the tops of the zucchini sticks with olive oil cooking spray. This will help them crisp up while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini sticks are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free crispy baked zucchini sticks with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5266 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
