Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries Better Than Fried

Κολοκυθάκια στον φούρνο καλύτερα από τηγανιτά - Baked Zucchini Fries

If you think zucchini only tastes good when fried, this recipe will change your mind. These Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries are golden, crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor thanks to Parmesan, smoked paprika, garlic, and herbs.

Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries Better Than Fried

Recipe by George Zolis
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

345

kcal
Total time

55

minutes

These crispy baked zucchini fries are coated with Parmesan, herbs, and smoked paprika before being baked until golden and crunchy. An easy, healthier alternative to fried zucchini.

Ingredients

  • 800 g 1 3/4 lb Zucchini

  • 2 cups 2 Coarse Wheat Flour or Fine Semolina

  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika

  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Garlic Powder

  • 150 g 5 oz Grated Parmesan cheese (or kefalotyri cheese)

  • 50 g 1/4 cup Olive Oil

  • 1 tsp 1 tsp Dried Thyme

Recipe directions

  • Prepare the Zucchini
  • Trim the ends from the zucchini.
  • Lightly score the surface of each zucchini with a fork.
  • Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise.
  • Slice each half into fry-shaped sticks.
  • Prepare the Coating
  • In a large baking dish or shallow bowl, combine coarse wheat flour, grated parmesan, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme.
  • Mix well.
  • Coat the Zucchini
  • Add the zucchini sticks to the flour mixture.
  • Toss until every piece is well coated.
  • Bake
  • Arrange the zucchini in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  • Drizzle evenly with the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle any remaining coating mixture over the zucchini.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) using conventional top and bottom heat for about 40 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  • Serve immediately while hot and crisp.
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Κολοκυθάκια στον φούρνο καλύτερα από τηγανιτά - Baked Zucchini Fries