Baked Zucchini Fries
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 25 minutes • Serves: 4
1 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon no salt added Italian seasoning
2 medium zucchini, halved crosswise, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices, then sliced 1/2-inch thick
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup low sodium marinara
1.Preheat oven to 425°. Line 2 rimmed baking pans with parchment paper. In small bowl, whisk egg whites. In separate small bowl, whisk breadcrumbs, cheese and seasoning.
2.Dip zucchini in egg whites then in breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides; place in single layer on prepared pans. Spray zucchini with cooking spray. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp; serve with marinara.
Approximate nutritional values per serving:
107 Calories, 2g Fat (1g Saturated), 4mg Cholesterol, 130mg Sodium,
16g Carbohydrates, 1g Fiber, 3g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 7g Protein
Dietitian’s Dish:
Zucchini offers big benefits without a lot of calories. It’s high in fiber, packed with moisture, plus has antioxidants like lutein and vitamins A, E and C. Eating a bit more zucchini may just help keep your skin healthier.
