Zucchini Fries with Cheese-Dip
This dish is an absolute game-changer. Honestly, these fries are so crispy and flavorful that you won't even miss the potatoes. The secret is the panko breadcrumbs, which give them that satisfying crunch. But the real star is the dip.
Servings 4
Calories 220kcal
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (90 g) panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup (120 g) cream cheese
- ¼ cup (25 g) crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup (25 g) chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the zucchini into evenly sized sticks, about 3 inches long and ½ inch thick. This ensures they cook evenly and get crispy all around.
- Prepare a dredging station: place flour in one shallow bowl, whisk eggs in a second bowl, and combine panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl. Set everything within arm’s reach.
- Dip each zucchini stick into the flour, shaking off excess. Then, dip into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. Coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating well.
- Arrange the coated zucchini sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil to help them brown and crisp up in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Meanwhile, prepare the cheese dip: in a small bowl, mix cream cheese, feta, chopped walnuts, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Warm slightly if desired, until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the zucchini fries hot, accompanied by the cheese dip. Enjoy the crispy texture with the rich, flavorful dip for a snack that’s hard to beat!