PrintUltimate Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds (Quick & Easy Side Dish)
Make incredible, soul-satisfying baked Parmesan zucchini that is crispy, cheesy, and simple to prepare. This recipe proves that delicious food does not need to be complicated, offering a perfect side dish ready fast.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crisp)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash the zucchini and slice them into rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
- Place the zucchini rounds on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat them dry thoroughly with more paper towels. This step helps achieve crispiness.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg and water together.
- In a second shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs (if using), and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Dip each dried zucchini round first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Next, dredge the zucchini in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to coat both sides evenly.
- Arrange the coated zucchini rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overlap them.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, skip the panko breadcrumbs and use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- If you are looking for simple ways to manage your diet alongside cooking, consider how this fits into a general meal planning approach.
- If you want to avoid frying, this oven method provides a satisfying crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 rounds
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 35