Vegan Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries
Transform your snack game with these irresistible Vegan Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries! These golden-brown delights are perfectly spiced and crunchy, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fries. Coated in a blend of seasoned panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and smoky paprika, each tender zucchini strip delivers a satisfying crunch without any frying. The recipe cleverly uses vegan buttermilk, made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar, to ensure the coating sticks without the need for eggs. With just 25 minutes of baking time, these veggie fries are a quick, easy, and guilt-free snack or side dish that’s perfect for sharing. Serve them straight out of the oven with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for a flavorful treat that’s loaded with plant-based goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 0.75 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the zucchinis into fry-sized strips, approximately 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir briefly and let it sit for 5 minutes to create a vegan buttermilk.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch.
In a separate, shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each zucchini strip in the flour-cornstarch mixture, shaking off any excess. Then, submerge it into the vegan buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the strip thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the breaded zucchini strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch each other to allow for even crisping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini fries are golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through the cooking time for even baking.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them immediately for the best texture with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1695 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1902 mg | 40% | |
*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.
