Zucchini Fries
Skip the greasy French fries and try these healthier, baked zucchini fries. This tasty snack or side dish has flavor and crunch.
Zucchini Fries
These tasty, baked zucchini fries feature a crisp cornmeal breading for a snack that has flavor and crunch.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
14 mins
Total Time
29 mins
Servings 4 servings
Calories 74 kcal
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- ¼ cup whole-wheat flour
- 2 Tbsp. cornmeal
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- 3 medium zucchini, cut into ½ x 3-inch sticks
- 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 475° F.
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Line baking sheet with foil; lightly coat with spray.
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Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag; shake to combine.
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Working with a few pieces at a time, dip zucchini in egg whites and lift out, letting excess drip back into bowl; drop zucchini into bag containing flour mixture. Seal bag and shake to coat. Repeat with remaining zucchini.
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Place zucchini on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, turning after 6 minutes, or until tender-crisp and golden brown.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Fries
Amount Per Serving (1 Serving)
Calories 74
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Sodium 611mg27%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Container Equivalents
½ Green
½ Yellow
2B Mindset Plate It!
A great snack(tional) or can be used as a veggie and FFC as part of lunch.
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