Parmesan Zucchini Spears
Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, Parmesan Zucchini Spears are a deliciously simple side dish or appetizer that combines fresh zucchini with a savory Parmesan-breadcrumb coating. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, Italian herbs, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, these roasted zucchini spears deliver big flavor with minimal effort. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is as easy as coating the spears in a cheesy breadcrumb mixture and baking them to perfection. Whether you're looking for a healthy snack, a veggie-packed side, or a crowd-pleasing party dish, these Parmesan Zucchini Spears are sure to impress. Serve them warm, garnished with fresh parsley, for a wholesome, flavorful treat everyone will love! Keywords: Parmesan zucchini spears, crispy zucchini recipe, roasted zucchini, healthy appetizer, easy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and trim off the ends. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise, then cut each half into spears (about 4-6 spears per half, depending on the zucchini's size).
In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the zucchini spears with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
In a separate bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Working one at a time, press each zucchini spear into the Parmesan mixture, coating all sides generously with the mixture. Place the coated spears on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the Parmesan coating is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.8 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 10300 mg | 448% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1808 mg | 38% | |
*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.
