Description
Baked Parmesan Zucchini spears are the perfect blend of crispy, cheesy goodness and tender freshness, making them an irresistible side dish or snack. With a delightful crunch and rich flavor, these tasty veggie bites can transform even the most skeptical eaters into zucchini fans. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this simple recipe will impress your loved ones while adding a nutritious twist to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (about 300g)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (3g)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (3g)
- ½ tsp salt (3g)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (1g)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (1g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and slice zucchini into spears or rounds.
- In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over zucchini. Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously on top and gently press it into the zucchini.
- Arrange coated zucchini on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm for best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 spears (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg