Zucchini Fries

Name: Zucchini Fries
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons dried basil, divided; 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; Cooking spray; Marinara sauce, warmed

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Cook: 10 min./batch

Yield 4 servings

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For zucchini fries that crisp to perfection in the air fryer, we coat them with a cheesy, herby panko coating. Dunk in warm marinara sauce for a full-flavored bite.

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried basil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Cooking spray
Marinara sauce, warmed

Directions

Preheat air fryer to 375°. Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and then in half crosswise. Cut each piece lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices.
In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon basil, salt, garlic powder, oregano and 1/2 cup Parmesan. In a separate shallow bowl, place eggs and remaining 1 teaspoon basil. Dip zucchini slices in egg mixture and then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere.
In batches, place zucchini pieces in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Flip each piece; fry until golden brown, 3-5 minutes longer.
Sprinkle hot fries with remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan and serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 91 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 389mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.