Baked Zucchini Sticks

🛒 Ingredients

• Zucchini 120 g · 20 kcal
• Panko Breadcrumbs 20 g · 74 kcal
• Grated Parmesan Cheese 5 g · 21 kcal
• Olive Oil 5 g · 45 kcal
• Garlic Powder 1 g · 0 kcal
• Paprika 1 g · 0 kcal
• Dried Italian Herbs 1 g · 0 kcal
• Black Pepper 0 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Wash and trim the zucchini, then cut it into even sticks approximately 1 cm (0.4 inch) thick.
3. In a shallow bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
4. Drizzle the zucchini sticks with olive oil, then toss them to coat evenly.
5. Working in batches if necessary, dredge each zucchini stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Arrange the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap.
7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or ranch.