Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries (Printable)

Golden zucchini fries coated with Parmesan and herbs, paired with a creamy, zesty sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Zucchini Fries

01 - 3 medium zucchini, cut into fry-shaped sticks
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Cooking spray or olive oil as needed

→ Dipping Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper; lightly coat with cooking spray or olive oil.
02 - Beat eggs in a shallow bowl until smooth.
03 - Combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper in another bowl.
04 - Dip each zucchini stick into the beaten eggs, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
05 - Place coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until fries are golden brown and crisp.
07 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
08 - Serve zucchini fries warm alongside the dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste indulgent but sneak in a vegetable nobody complains about
  • The Parmesan crust gets so crispy it rivals any restaurant appetizer
  • You can prep them ahead and bake right before guests arrive
02 -
  • Pat the zucchini dry with a paper towel before breading or the coating will slip right off in the oven
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through—it's the difference between soggy bottoms and crispy perfection
  • If your fries are browning too fast, lower the oven to 400°F and add a few extra minutes
03 -
  • Use a wire rack on your baking sheet if you have one—it lets air circulate and makes the fries even crispier
  • Make the dipping sauce a few hours ahead so the flavors have time to marry and deepen
  • If you're using an air fryer, shake the basket halfway through to ensure even browning on all sides
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