Parmesan Zucchini Sticks

Health score
15%
Parmesan Zucchini Sticks
45 min.
4
289kcal

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If you're searching for a delicious and healthy side dish to elevate your meals, look no further than these irresistible Parmesan Zucchini Sticks! Bursting with flavor, these crispy, golden delights are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a wonderful way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that serves up to four people, making it perfect for family dinners or get-togethers with friends.

The magic begins with fresh zucchini, which is quartered to create the perfect sticks for dipping. Each piece is lovingly coated in a rich mixture of Italian-flavored breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, giving them a delightful crunch that's sure to impress. With an aromatic touch of dried thyme and a hint of pepper, these zucchini sticks are bursting with flavor, while a simple egg wash ensures that the crispy coating adheres beautifully to each stick.

These Parmesan Zucchini Sticks are baked to perfection, achieving that ideal balance of tenderness within and a satisfying crunch outside. Serve them hot alongside your favorite ranch salad dressing or any dipping sauce of your choice for a truly mouth-watering experience. Whether you're enjoying a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, these zucchini sticks are a crowd-pleaser that transforms ordinary veggies into an extraordinary treat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon thyme dried
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup seasoned bread crumbs dry
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • servings ranch dressing 
  •  zucchini quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk egg in a shallow bowl; set aside.
  2. Mix bread crumbs, cheese, thyme and pepper in a separate bowl. Dip zucchini into egg and then into crumb mixture.
  3. Place on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick vegetable spray.
  4. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, until tender.
  5. Serve with ranch salad dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories289kcal
Protein13.6%
Fat59.14%
Carbs27.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.75
Glycemic Load
0.65
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.82826069127%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:289.44kcal
14.47%
Fat:19.37g
29.8%
Saturated Fat:4.75g
29.71%
Carbohydrates:20.09g
6.7%
Net Carbohydrates:17.24g
6.27%
Sugar:7.22g
8.03%
Cholesterol:59.74mg
19.92%
Sodium:720.94mg
31.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.02g
20.04%
Vitamin K:60.47µg
57.59%
Vitamin C:35.61mg
43.17%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.62%
Phosphorus:258.76mg
25.88%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.61%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.25%
Calcium:189.55mg
18.96%
Selenium:12.92µg
18.46%
Folate:72.74µg
18.18%
Potassium:608.95mg
17.4%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.41%
Magnesium:50.35mg
12.59%
Vitamin A:610.74IU
12.21%
Iron:2.14mg
11.86%
Fiber:2.85g
11.4%
Zinc:1.59mg
10.63%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.45%
Vitamin B3:1.86mg
9.29%
Copper:0.16mg
8.23%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.61%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.17%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.08%
Source:My Recipes