Description
Crispy parmesan zucchini rounds bring garden-fresh magic to snack time, elevating simple vegetables into a crunchy, cheesy delight. Baked to golden perfection, these rounds offer zesty flavor and irresistible texture that will make zucchini your new favorite appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ¼-inch rounds (about 454 grams)
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (30 grams) breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Optional: marinara or ranch for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare a baking surface by lining a sheet with parchment paper or applying a light cooking spray, then heat the oven to a high temperature of 425F (220C).
- Slice zucchini into uniform rounds and delicately brush each piece with olive oil, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by combining grated Parmesan, crispy breadcrumbs, aromatic garlic powder, fragrant Italian seasoning, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Meticulously press each zucchini round into the seasoned mixture, thoroughly coating both surfaces to guarantee maximum flavor and crunch.
- Arrange the coated zucchini slices on the prepared baking sheet, positioning them in a single layer without overcrowding to promote optimal crispiness.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20-22 minutes, carefully rotating the rounds midway through cooking to achieve an evenly golden and crisp exterior.
- Remove from the oven once the zucchini rounds have transformed into a delectable, golden-brown delicacy and serve immediately alongside a complementary dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- Ensure zucchini slices are uniformly cut to guarantee even cooking and consistent crispiness.
- Pat zucchini dry with paper towels before coating to prevent excess moisture and achieve maximum crunchiness.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like pecorino or nutritional yeast for dairy-free or lower-fat versions.
- For gluten-free adaptation, swap breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers to maintain crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg