Baked Zucchini Fries Recipe
Let’s be honest—sometimes you want fries but also want to pretend you’re making healthy choices. Baked Zucchini Fries are your guilt-free ticket to crispy happiness. They’re crunchy on the outside, tender inside, and seasoned like they just walked out of a fancy bistro. No deep fryer drama, no greasy aftermath—just golden perfection that your taste buds (and jeans) will thank you for. Dunk them in your favorite dip, brag about your “clean eating,” and enjoy pretending vegetables are junk food for once. Fast, easy, and delicious—this recipe turns zucchini into your new snack obsession.
Baked Zucchini Fries Recipe
A vegan, oven-baked version of classic fries made with fresh zucchini, crisp breadcrumbs, and flavorful seasonings — perfect for healthy snacking.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Cut zucchini into thin, even sticks.
- In one bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, add breadcrumbs.
- Toss zucchini sticks first in the cornstarch mixture, then lightly coat with breadcrumbs.
- Arrange coated sticks evenly on the tray, leaving some space between each.
- Brush or spray a touch of olive oil on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite vegan dip and enjoy that satisfying crunch.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 10%
- Magnesium: 12%
Additional Notes / Tips
- For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack instead of a tray.
- Add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor without the cheese.
- Dip ideas: vegan garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or tahini-lemon sauce.
- Don’t overcrowd the tray — it makes fries soggy.
- Reheat leftovers in an air fryer to restore crunch (because soggy fries are a crime).
