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A close-up shot of golden crispy baked parmesan zucchini slices arranged on a white plate, garnished with fresh herbs. The zucchini has a light, crunchy coating with visible parmesan cheese, contrasted against a blurred background of a wooden table, with vibrant green herbs and a creamy dip nearby, styled casually for an inviting presentation.

Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini Recipe

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A simple, flavorful baked zucchini side dish coated with parmesan cheese and spices, baked to crispy perfection and ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix parmesan cheese, panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush zucchini slices with olive oil, then dip in the parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Arrange coated zucchini slices on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the parmesan mixture.
  • Can be made gluten-free by using almond flour instead of panko.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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