Description
These Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Rounds are a delightful snack or side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. Baked to perfection, these zucchini rounds are coated in a flavorful Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, creating a crispy and savory treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Rounds:
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
Coating:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Coating: In a small bowl, mix together Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Zucchini: Arrange zucchini rounds on the baking sheet and brush or spray with olive oil. Sprinkle the Parmesan mixture over each round, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes until the rounds are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy as a snack or side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1–2 minutes.
- Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven.
- Enhance with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 rounds
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
