Here’s a simple and delicious Parmesan Zucchini recipe—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with cheesy flavor.
🥒 Parmesan Zucchini
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare zucchini
- Wash and slice zucchini into ½-inch thick rounds or sticks.
- In a small bowl, mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat zucchini
- Brush zucchini slices lightly with olive oil, then press both sides into the Parmesan mixture.
4. Bake
- Arrange zucchini on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.
- Serve warm as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Can also be made air fryer style at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Add Italian seasoning or paprika to the breadcrumb mix for more flavor.
If you want, I can give a super quick 3-ingredient Parmesan zucchini recipe that’s almost foolproof and takes under 20 minutes.
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