Oven Baked Crispy Zucchini Rounds Recipes

OVEN-BAKED CRISPY ZUCCHINI ROUNDS

Steps:

• Set oven to 450 degrees (yes 450 degrees, or even a little higher if possible, this will create a crispy crust!).
• In a bowl mix together the panko bread crumbs with seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne (if using) and Parmesan cheese.
• Place the egg whites into a shallow bowl.
• Dip the zucchini slices into the egg whites (letting any excess egg whites drip off).
• Coat the slices in the panko mixture (use fingers to firmly adhear the mixture to the slices if necessary).
• Place on a greased baking sheet.
• Bake for about 5-6 minutes; turn over and continue to bake for another 6-9 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
• As soon as the slices come out of the oven sprinkle with finely grated cheddar cheese if desired.
• Delicious!

CRISPY BAKED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
• In a large bowl, toss the zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Lay flat on a prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Use a second baking sheet if needed.
• In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, Carefully sprinkle over the zucchini.
• Roast until tender, about 12-16 minutes depending on thickness. Zucchini should be tender and topping should be browned.

VEGAN CRISPY BAKED ZUCCHINI ROUNDS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat 2 baking sheets lightly with olive oil.
• Mix flour, cornmeal, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder together in a bowl.
• Lightly spray both sides of zucchini rounds with cooking spray. Dredge rounds in flour mixture, slightly pressing it into the zucchini. Arrange coated rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake in the preheated oven until browned on the bottom, 5 to 10 minutes. Flip and bake until browned on the second side, 5 to 10 minutes more.

OVEN-FRIED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 F.
• Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over a baking sheet to evenly coat. Set aside.
• Wash, trim, and slice the zucchini into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.
• Beat the egg in a small bowl.
• Spread the breadcrumbs out in a shallow dish. Stir the Parmesan cheese, salt, basil , and pepper into the breadcrumbs.
• Dip 5 to 6 zucchini slices into the beaten egg.
• Transfer to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing on both sides to coat.
• Shake off excess and place the coated rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
• Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices.
• Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the zucchini.
• Bake for 8 minutes. Using tongs, turn the zucchini so the other side gets crispy. Bake another 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown. Allow the zucchini to cool on the pan for 2 minutes.
• Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer and enjoy.

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN CRISPS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
• Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the oil. In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan, bread crumbs, salt, and a few turns of pepper. Dip each round into the Parmesan mixture, coating it evenly on both sides, pressing the coating on to stick, and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake the zucchini rounds until browned and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove with spatula. Serve immediately.

PARMESAN ROASTED ZUCCHINI ROUNDS

Steps:

• Line a baking tray with foil, and spray with non-stick spray. (Toaster oven works great for this if it has a baking tray).
• Arrange zucchini in a single layer and drizzle with olive oil, rub them down and turn to coat both sides with a thin coating of oil.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Then top each round with a generous pinch of parmesan.
• Broil in 450 degree oven for 5-8 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden. (Cook times may vary depending on oven, so keep an eye on it).