Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Sticks

If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to prepare zucchini, you have to try these Parmesan crusted zucchini sticks! They're so simple to make and perfect as an appetizer or side dish for a weeknight meal. Plus, they're loaded with flavor and everyone will love them!

Give this recipe a try todayand then check out all the other easy zucchini recipes featured here on the blog.

Panko breadcrumbs combined with Parmesan cheese gives sliced zucchini sticks that crispy texture that's perfect for dipping in homemade marinara sauce or homemade ranch dressing.

They're healthy, nutrious and ready fast either by roasting in the oven or using an air fryer. This recipe is a great side dish with any grilled recipe during the summer.

Table of Contents

• Why is zucchini good for you?
• Easy Zucchini Recipes
• Roasted Zucchini in Air Fryer
• Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Homemade Dipping Sauces
• Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks
• Air Fryer Reheating Tips
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Comments

Why is zucchini good for you?

Zucchini is a nutritional powerhouse that offers a host of health benefits. For starters, it's an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber and potassium. It's also low in calories, fat, and sodium. oven roasted zucchini sticks make a delicious and healthy snack or side dish.

Zucchini is also a great way to add extra nutrients and fiber to your diet. When cooked, the vegetable retains many of its vitamins and minerals. So whether you're steaming, frying, or oven roasting zucchini, you're sure to be getting a nutrient-rich meal.

Easy Zucchini Recipes

I love to plant zucchini in our garden every summer. And yes, sometimes we grow an abundance but that's okay because we enjoy Cheesy Zucchini Casserole or Zucchini Pizza Bites as side dishes with grilled barbecue chicken.

Roasted Zucchini in Air Fryer

These zucchini sticks are delicious and crunchy without being fried in oil. For this recipe, I roasted them in a traditional oven, however, did you know you could use the air fryer as well? There are instructions for zucchini air fryer sticks towards the bottom of this post.

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Main Ingredients Needed

Exact measurements are listed below in the recipe card. Make sure you scroll down to print and save the recipe for later!

• Zucchini
• Panko breadcrumbs - you can use regularly breadcrumbs if that's all you have, but I really think using Panko breadcrumbs is the secret to the crispiness of this recipe.
• Parmesan cheese; grated
• Garlic powder
• Fresh parsley; chopped
• Fresh basil; chopped
• Milk
• Egg
• Olive oil spray

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 | Prepare the Zucchini

• Cut each zucchini lengthwise in half and then cut each half into sticks.
• Beat egg and milk in a shallow dish.
• Combine the Parmesan Cheese with the Panko breadcrumbs together in a bowl.
• Dip each zucchini stick into the egg mixture and then into the breadcrumb mixture.

• Place each zucchini stick on to a baking tray that has been lined with parchment paper.
• You may need to press the breadcrumb mixture into the zucchini to make sure it is sticking.

Step 2 | Baking Instructions

• Spray each zucchini stick with the olive oil cooking spray before baking.
• Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in a preheated 425° F until the zucchini sticks are golden brown and tender.

Homemade Dipping Sauces

Serve these delicious Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Sticks warm from the oven with your favorite dipping sauces:

• Ranch Dipping Sauce
• Fry Dipping Sauce
• Homemade Tomato Sauce
• Homemade Barbecue Sauce - yes, even barbecue sauce makes a great dipping sauce too!

Air Fryer Zucchini Sticks

This recipe can easily be prepared in an air fyer. Follow these simple steps for an even healthier version of this delicious recipe:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
• Place the zucchini sticks in a single layer and bake 12 to 14 minutes, flipping them halfway until the zucchini sticks are crispy and tender.
• Depending on the size of your air fryer, you might have to do this in batches.

Air Fryer Reheating Tips

• Oven roasted zucchini sticks are best served warm from the oven or fresh from the air fryer.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an air tight container.
• Reheatk in the air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes at 400°F until warmed through and crispy again.

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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2015 with new photos, a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information and air fryer instructions. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!