Description
These Vegan Zucchini Sticks are a delicious and healthy appetizer or snack, featuring crispy baked zucchini coated with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, they are an excellent plant-based alternative to traditional fried snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Sticks
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into sticks
Coating
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Season the zucchini: Toss the zucchini sticks in olive oil, making sure each stick is evenly coated. Then season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to your taste.
- Prepare the coating mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast thoroughly to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat the zucchini sticks: Dip and press each zucchini stick into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring the coating sticks well for maximum crispiness.
- Arrange for baking: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, avoiding overlap for even cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through to ensure they become golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve and enjoy: Once baked, serve the zucchini sticks warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy a tasty, healthy snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil or any other high-heat stable oil.
- These sticks are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste or add chili powder for a spicy kick.
- Ensure zucchini sticks are cut uniformly for even cooking.
