Baked Zucchini Fries – No Breadcrumbs!
These baked zucchini fries are a light and crispy alternative to traditional fries. Made without breadcrumbs, they are naturally gluten-free, full of flavor, and simple to prepare. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, they bake up golden on the outside and tender inside.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Trim both ends.
- Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise, then cut each half into strips that resemble fries. Keep the strips as uniform as possible for even cooking.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the zucchini strips in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss until evenly coated.
- Add parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss again until the seasoning sticks well to each strip.
- Spread the zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Leave space between each strip so they bake instead of steaming.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes. Flip the fries halfway through to ensure both sides become golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven once the fries are crisp and tender. Let them cool for one to two minutes, then serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crispiness, sprinkle a little more parmesan on top before baking.
You can swap parmesan with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
Avoid overcrowding the pan; use two trays if necessary.
These fries are best eaten fresh and warm.