Golden Crispy Parmesan Zucchini

Ingredients

• 2 Medium zucchini (Cut into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick; pat dry with paper towels.)
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan
• 0.333 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko is recommended.)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning or garlic powder (The text presents these two options.)
• Salt and pepper (To taste.)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil spray (For spraying or brushing the zucchini.)
• Chopped parsley (For garnish.)
• Ranch or marinara sauce (Optional, for serving as a dipping sauce.)

Steps

1. 1

   Cut the 2 zucchini into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick. Carefully pat them dry with paper towels; this step is important for achieving a crispy texture.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning or garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Spray or brush the zucchini slices with the olive oil.

4. 4

   Press each zucchini slice into the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture to coat it.

5. 5

   For an air fryer: cook the slices at 190 °C for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown.

6. 6

   Alternatively, place the slices on parchment paper and bake them at 220 °C for 15-18 minutes. Turn them halfway through cooking.

7. 7

   Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve the crispy zucchini hot, accompanied by ranch or marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Two alternative cooking methods are provided: air fryer or oven. The transcript mentions a garlic and herb sauce, but the written recipe specifies ranch or marinara sauce; no recipe is included for either sauce.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• vegetarian
• baked
• air fryer
• crispy
• Mediterranean
• meatless