Parmesan Fried Zucchini

Health score
3%
Parmesan Fried Zucchini
30 min.
6
147kcal

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Looking for a crispy, savory snack or appetizer to impress your guests? Parmesan Fried Zucchini is the perfect choice! This easy-to-make dish combines the fresh, tender crunch of zucchini with the rich, umami-packed flavor of Parmesan cheese. With each bite, you get the perfect balance of crispy breading and a subtle garlic kick, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Not only is this dish quick to prepare (ready in just 30 minutes), but it’s also versatile enough to be served as an antipasto, starter, or even a snack during movie night. The combination of freshly sliced zucchini, seasoned bread crumbs, and the golden, crispy frying process gives it a mouthwatering texture that’s hard to resist. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party, as a side dish, or enjoying it by yourself, Parmesan Fried Zucchini is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Best of all, this recipe is light yet flavorful, with a calorie count of just 147 kcal per serving, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Plus, it’s easy to customize with extra Parmesan for those who want an even cheesier experience. Get ready to bring a burst of flavor to your kitchen with this delightful, crispy treat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon parsley dried
  •  eggs beaten
  • teaspoons garlic powder 
  • servings ground pepper black to taste
  • 0.5 cup seasoned bread crumbs italian
  • tablespoon parmesan cheese grated to taste
  • servings salt to taste
  • cup vegetable oil for frying
  •  zucchinis sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Mix bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, and black pepper in a bowl. Dip zucchini slices into eggs, then press into bread crumb mixture, shaking off excess.
  2. Place the breaded zucchini onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry breaded zucchini in hot oil in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories147kcal
Protein12.91%
Fat58.21%
Carbs28.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.67
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.3782608094423%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.75mg
Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:147.29kcal
7.36%
Fat:9.77g
15.03%
Saturated Fat:1.92g
12.01%
Carbohydrates:10.91g
3.64%
Net Carbohydrates:9.32g
3.39%
Sugar:3.11g
3.45%
Cholesterol:55.38mg
18.46%
Sodium:371.34mg
16.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.87g
9.75%
Vitamin C:17.84mg
21.63%
Vitamin K:22.63µg
21.55%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.07%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.09%
Selenium:7.71µg
11.01%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.97%
Folate:42.88µg
10.72%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.05%
Phosphorus:93.63mg
9.36%
Potassium:314.4mg
8.98%
Iron:1.19mg
6.6%
Fiber:1.59g
6.36%
Magnesium:25.3mg
6.33%
Vitamin A:302.58IU
6.05%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.04%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.4%
Calcium:51mg
5.1%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Zinc:0.71mg
4.76%
Copper:0.09mg
4.71%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.95%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.98%
Source:Allrecipes