Description
This Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Rounds recipe offers a deliciously crunchy and savory snack or side dish made with fresh zucchini slices coated in a flavorful Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a healthy, vegetarian-friendly option, these rounds are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into ¼-inch thick rounds)
Coating
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleaning easier.
- Coat Zucchini: In a large bowl, toss the zucchini rounds with olive oil until they are evenly coated, which helps the coating stick and promotes crispiness during baking.
- Prepare Coating Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper thoroughly to create the flavorful crust mixture.
- Dip and Coat: Dip each zucchini round into the Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly so that both sides get well coated for maximum crunch and taste.
- Arrange and Spray: Arrange the coated zucchini rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to aid in browning and crispness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping the rounds halfway through cooking to ensure even golden brown crispiness on both sides.
- Optional Broil: For extra crispiness, broil the rounds for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Serve the zucchini rounds warm as a snack or side dish and enjoy their crispy, cheesy goodness.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the zucchini rounds for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Add a pinch of paprika or chili flakes to the coating mixture for an extra flavor kick.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier texture.
- Make sure slices are uniform in thickness to ensure even cooking.
