These oven zucchini sticks are just as good as French fries when served with some ketchup for dipping. Coated in a breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, they have a wonderful crunchy texture and a soft interior. Whether you would prefer to serve them as an appetizer at your next event or as a side dish alongside meat or burgers, you will love how these zucchini sticks allow you to use perfect summer zucchini.
To make the oven zucchini sticks, you toss sliced zucchini with oil, salt, pepper, paprika, parmesan, and breadcrumbs in a bag. Then, they get arranged on a baking sheet in the oven. The simplicity of this recipe and how delicious it is will have you making it again and again.
What are Oven Zucchini Sticks?
Oven zucchini sticks are baked zucchini sticks that are coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture and baked in the oven. The addition of parmesan and paprika to the coating makes them extra savory with a wonderful umami taste from the parmesan.
Pro Tips
- Use fresh unblemished zucchini for the best results. Smaller zucchini will have a sweeter taste but you could use larger zucchini as well.
- Cut the zucchini sticks into even sizes so they cook evenly in the oven.
- Turn the zucchini halfway during baking to promote even cooking.
- Don’t overcook the zucchini as you don’t want it to be mushy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Add Other Seasonings to the Breading?
Yes, you can! While these oven zucchini sticks use salt, pepper, paprika, and parmesan for seasonings, you could add dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder as well if you prefer. You could also add some lemon zest if you would like them to have a fresher flavor.
What to Serve With Oven Zucchini Sticks?
These zucchini sticks would be delicious served with ketchup for dipping. They would also be delicious served with a lemon aioli or chipotle aioli.
Can These Zucchini Sticks Be Made With Yellow Summer Squash Instead?
Yes, zucchini and yellow summer squash are interchangeable, and so you can use yellow squash if you have that instead.
How to Store Oven Zucchini Sticks
The oven zucchini sticks can be stored in the fridge in a container for a few days. It is best to reheat them in the oven or an air fryer to re-crisp the breadcrumb coating.
Ingredients
How to Make Oven Zucchini Sticks
Slice the zucchini into sticks and place them in the plastic bag. Add the oil and shake the bag for a few seconds.
Slice the zucchini into sticks and place them in the plastic bag. Add the oil and shake the bag for a few seconds.
Add the breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and parmesan, and shake until combined. Arrange the zucchini on a baking sheet and bake them in a 375 F (190 C) oven for 10 minutes.
Add the breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and parmesan, and shake until combined. Arrange the zucchini on a baking sheet and bake them in a 375 F (190 C) oven for 10 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Serve and enjoy!
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