Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Teresa Ambra

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps are terrific. I saw a picture of this great looking recipe on FaceBook the other day and decided I needed to give it a try. Boy, am I glad I did. It’s so quick and easy, yet delicious. Zucchini is tossed with olive oil then dredged in a mixture of Panko Italian breadcrumbs and REAL Parmesan cheese (not the fake stuff out of a can) and seasonings, then it’s roasted in the oven. Y-U-M-M-Y!!!!

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If you’re trying to use up garden zucchini, or you have an abundance from your CSA deliveries, then you ought to consider this easy side dish to serve along any kind of main dish entree, pasta, Tex-Mex or even on Meatless Mondays! You can have Zucchini Parmesan Crisps oven ready for in about 5 minutes. No kidding!

If you enjoy zucchini you will love this recipe. It’s also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! Plus, it’s healthy and low calorie. Surely a win-win for almost anyone.

I’ve adapted the recipe somewhat since there didn’t seem to be quite enough crumb mixture to support 2 medium-sized zucchini, but the basic concept for this recipe comes from Emily Berkman at Emily’s Weight Loss Support on FaceBook. Give this recipe a try sometime. You’ll be so glad you did.

When I originally posted this recipe in April 2013 it was about a month before I started taking pictures with my new Canon camera. Even though this is a fabulous recipe it deserved some better pictures than the ones I took with my iPhone. I recently remade this recipe for dinner (May 2015) along with a tasty chicken recipe. I could have eaten all the zucchini myself! It’s wonderful.

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Don’t Zucchini Parmesan Crisps look scrumptious?

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Italian Panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese give this roasted vegetable its wonderful flavors.

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This close up shows the texture of Zucchini Parmesan Crisps.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

I served Zucchini Parmesan Crisps with Pan Roasted Herbed Chicken.

Here’s what I did.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

I used these ingredients.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Mix Panko bread crumbs and REAL parmesan cheese on a plate. Set aside.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Pour olive oil into a bowl. Dip zucchini slices into bowl to coat.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Dip zucchini slices in bread crumb mixture. Make sure both sides get plenty of bread crumb mixture. I had to pat down the breadcrumbs and cheese into the zucchini to make it adhere better.

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Place zucchini rounds on top of parchment paper and sprinkle with any remaining breadcrumb mixture. 

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Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or 400 for 22-27 minutes.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Don’t these look yummy? Zucchini Parmesan Crisps are so quick and easy to make up. You can have this oven ready in about 5 minutes! Yay!

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps will have you salivating in no time.

Here’s the recipe.

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN CRISPS

(Recipe adapted from Emily Berkman via www.facebook.com/groups/emilysweightlosssupport/)

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Teresa Ambra
Zucchini Parmesan Crisps is a fantastic side dish for weeknight or company dinners. This delicious baked zucchini dish using Panko bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. Simple recipe that's very easy to whip up and very tasty.
No ratings yet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Veggie Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large cookie sheet pan
  • parchment paper
  • 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchini sliced in 1/8” slices
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Kikkoman Italian or regular Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. salt or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Spray foil or paper with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Slice zucchini in ¼” rounds.
  • Toss zucchini with olive oil in bowl, coating well.
  • (I actually dredged the zucchini pieces in the olive oil that sunk to the bottom of the bowl!)
  • Combine Italian Panko breadcrumbs, shredded Parmesan cheese (not the stuff in the can!), salt and pepper on a plate.
  • Place zucchini chips on plate and press coating on both sides of zucchini chips so coating adheres to the zucchini.
  • Do your best to coat zucchini slices well.
  • Place the rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over top of the rounds.
  • Bake for 22-27 minutes, or until light golden brown. (See note).
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

NOTE: I cooked the zucchini about 45 minutes at 350°.
 
NOTE: If you can't locate Italian Panko bread crumbs, sprinkle a little Italian seasoning over top of the zucchini before baking.
 
Recipe adapted from Emily's Weight Loss Support, FaceBook page.
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 433mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 269IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, parmesan cheese, side dish, zucchini
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

 

[b]Zucchini Parmesan Crisps[/b]
Recipe Type: Veggie/Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Teresa Ambra adapted from [url href=”https://www.facebook.com/emily.berkman.7″ target=”_blank” title=”emily berkman”]Emily Berkman[/url] at [url href=”https://www.facebook.com/groups/emilysweightlosssupport/” target=”_blank” title=”emily’s weight loss support”]Emily’s Weight Loss Support[/url]
Prep time:
Cook time:
Total time:
Serves: 4
Delicious baked zucchini dish using Panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. Simple recipe but very tasty.
Ingredients
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced in 1/8” slices
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/3 to ½ cup Kikkoman Italian or regular Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 to ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ tsp. sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
  • salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°.
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  3. Spray foil or paper with olive oil cooking spray.
  4. Slice zucchini in ¼” rounds.
  5. Toss zucchini with olive oil in bowl, coating well.
  6. (I actually dredged the zucchini pieces in the olive oil that sunk to the bottom of the bowl!)
  7. Combine Italian Panko breadcrumbs, shredded Parmesan cheese (not the stuff in the can!), salt and pepper on a plate.
  8. Place zucchini chips on plate and press coating on both sides of zucchini chips so coating adheres to the zucchini.
  9. Do your best to coat zucchini slices well.
  10. Place the rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  11. Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over top of the rounds.
  12. Bake for 22-27 minutes, or until light golden brown. (See note).
  13. Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
I cooked the zucchini about 45 minutes at 350°.[br][br]If you can’t locate Italian Panko bread crumbs, sprinkle a little Italian seasoning over top of the zucchini before baking.
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This is a great way to use up excess zucchini during the summer season.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps are so tasty! Come join me for a few!

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this amazing #zucchini side dish is quick, easy and delicious. Everyone loves it. #parmesancheese

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Zucchini Parmesan Crisps | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Teresa Ambra
Zucchini Parmesan Crisps is a fantastic side dish for weeknight or company dinners. This delicious baked zucchini dish using Panko bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. Simple recipe that's very easy to whip up and very tasty.
No ratings yet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Veggie Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large cookie sheet pan
  • parchment paper
  • 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchini sliced in 1/8” slices
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Kikkoman Italian or regular Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. salt or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Spray foil or paper with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Slice zucchini in ¼” rounds.
  • Toss zucchini with olive oil in bowl, coating well.
  • (I actually dredged the zucchini pieces in the olive oil that sunk to the bottom of the bowl!)
  • Combine Italian Panko breadcrumbs, shredded Parmesan cheese (not the stuff in the can!), salt and pepper on a plate.
  • Place zucchini chips on plate and press coating on both sides of zucchini chips so coating adheres to the zucchini.
  • Do your best to coat zucchini slices well.
  • Place the rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over top of the rounds.
  • Bake for 22-27 minutes, or until light golden brown. (See note).
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

NOTE: I cooked the zucchini about 45 minutes at 350°.
 
NOTE: If you can’t locate Italian Panko bread crumbs, sprinkle a little Italian seasoning over top of the zucchini before baking.
 
Recipe adapted from Emily’s Weight Loss Support, FaceBook page.
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 433mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 269IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, parmesan cheese, side dish, zucchini
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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