Zucchini Sticks Baked- Not Fried
Popular appetizer with a healthier twist.
6 servings
4 sticks/serving
INGREDIENTS
4 medium zucchini
2/3 cup panko crumbs
1/4 cup milled golden roasted flaxseed
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
1/2 tsp each garlic powder & onion powder
3 Tbsp olive oil
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise, then cut into 4 wedges for a total of 32 wedges. Place in a bowl.
In a flat plate mix together panko crumbs, roasted milled flaxseed, cheese and spices
Drizzle oil over zucchini sticks and coat evenly.
Press zucchini sticks in panko mixture, making sure sides are heavily coated with mixture.
Place zucchini sticks peel side down on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
Serve with your favourite dip.
Adapted & Modified. Courtesey of Mairlyn Smith "peace, Love and Fiber".
Approximate values per serving: Energy:188 kcal/Total Fat: 10.6 g/Saturates:1.6 g/Cholesterol: 3 mg/Total Carbs: 18 g/Fibre: 4 g/Protein: 6.2 g/LCalcium 7% DV/Iron 14% DV/Potassium: 9 % DV