The WW Crispy Fried Zucchini is a tasty meal and has 128 kcal per serving. Takes 33 minutes to prepare this dish. It contains zucchini, whole wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, egg, salt, water, and cooking spray. We may pair this dish with marinara sauce, grilled lemon chicken, baked cod, grilled salmon, tzatziki sauce, quinoa salad, hummus, salsa, or lentil patties. You may keep this WW Crispy Fried Zucchini for three days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Cooking Time: 18 minutes
- Serving Size: 8-10 zucchini rounds
- Calories: 128 kcal
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Three shallow bowls
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Cooking spray
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 medium zucchini
- Quarter tsp salt
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- Quarter tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp water
- Quarter tsp onion powder
- Cooking spray
- Half tsp Italian seasoning
- Quarter tsp paprika
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- This is the main component that pairs well with all the seasonings. It becomes tender from the inside and crunchy from the outside after cooking. You may use yellow summer squash as per your preference.
WHOLE WHEAT BREADCRUMBS:
- They make the crispy outer coating of the zucchini slices. Breadcrumbs absorb the seasonings well and become golden after baking. You may use crushed cornflakes as an alternative.
GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It gives a rich and nutty taste to the dish. Parmesan cheese makes the coating brown and gives a crispy crust. You may use grated mozzarella as another choice.
EGG:
- It sticks the coating to the zucchini slices while baking. Include plain Greek yogurt as a substitute.
WATER:
- It makes the egg thin enough to coat the zucchini slices easily. You may use low-fat milk as another option.
COOKING SPRAY:
- Cooking spray makes the breadcrumbs coating crispy while baking. It gives low calories to the dish. You may use olive oil spray as per your choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Wash the zucchini and cut it into quarter-inch thick slices.
- Then warm the oven to 425°F.
- In one bowl, whisk the egg and water properly.
- Combine breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper in another bowl.
- In the egg mixture, dip the zucchini slices then coat the slices with breadcrumb mixture.
- Now arrange one layer of the coated zucchini slices in the dish.
- Lightly spray the tops of the slices and bake for 20 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
APPETIZER:
- Marinara Sauce
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
- Tzatziki Sauce
CHICKEN DISHES:
- Grilled Lemon Chicken
- Baked Chicken Breast
- Herb-Roasted Chicken
SEAFOOD:
- Grilled Salmon
- Garlic Shrimp
- Baked Cod
MEALS:
- Quinoa Salad
- Vegetable Soup
- Lentil Patties
SNACK:
- Light Ranch Dip
- Hummus
- Salsa
SIDE DISH:
- Turkey Burgers
- Veggie Burgers
- Grilled Steak
TIPS:
- Dry the zucchini completely, then coat with breadcrumbs so they stick better.
- Avoid including too many zucchini slices on the sheet.
- For even browning, flip the zucchini halfway through cooking.
- Coat the slices with cooking spray to make the recipe extra crispy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the dish in the box and keep it for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze the crispy zucchini in the tray and add it to the vessel for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I exclude Parmesan from this recipe?
- Yes, you may omit it or replace it with nutritional yeast.
Are these rounds good to air fry?
- Yes, air frying needs less oil and makes the zucchini extra crispy.
What makes the zucchini soggy?
- Extra moisture in the zucchini or including too many ingredients in the pan makes them soggy.
Is this dish good to prepare early?
- Yes, you may refrigerate the prepared zucchini, then bake it when serving.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 128 kcal
Net Carbs: 10 g
Iron: 1.2 milligrams
Total Carbs: 13 g
Vitamin A: 470 IU
Fiber: 3 grams
Calcium: 145 mg
Protein: 8 grams
Sodium: 360 mg
Potassium: 385 milligrams
Weight Watchers Points: 3 Points