We love fried zucchini! Now we have a way that we can enjoy it without the extra oil and it is every bit as good! No need to fire up the fryer, you can bread these lightly in our recipe for seasoned breadcrumbs and bake them in the oven and voila! All the crisp flavor you’re seeking – but in a healthy snack.
Ingredients in Baked Zucchini Chips
Zucchini Eggs Milk Italian Style Bread Crumbs – use gluten-free bread crumbs for a gluten-free snack. Parmesan Cheese Kosher Salt and Black Pepper – you can also add a little garlic powder. Butter or Cooking Spray – olive oil or avocado oil cooking sprays work great!
How to Pick the Perfect Zucchini
Just a few tips, when you are purchasing or growing zucchini, smaller is actually better. The bigger they get the more flavor they lose. My husband actually worked at a zucchini farm when he was in high school and if they got too big, they couldn’t sell it. When preparing this veggie, there are a few ways you can go. I like to cut the zucchini at a bit of an angle so the spears are more like ovals instead of circles. This is great served with some marinara or ranch for dipping.
Health Benefits of Zucchini
While zucchini has not reached the trendy level of super-food status like kale or acai berries, zucchini can hold its own in the health benefits department. For starters, like a lot of vegetables, zucchini contains no fat and is high in water and fiber. It is also an excellent source of potassium and manganese and vitamins C, K, B6 and riboflavin. It is also a great way to get your anti-oxidants. With such a nutrient-dense food, especially prepared in the right way, why wouldn’t you want to add more of it to your diet? Read Next: 100+ Snack Ideas for Kids
More Zucchini Recipes
If you want to try adding a little more zucchini to your life, try some of our other favorites!
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