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Keto & Gluten Free Zucchini Fries

Crispy Keto & Gluten Free Zucchini Fries You’ll Crave

Delicious Keto & Gluten Free Zucchini Fries that are crispy, low-carb, and easy to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Fries
  • 2 medium Zucchini Fresh from the garden is best.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with grated mozzarella for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory depth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a touch of heat.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the coating.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse the zucchini under cold water, slice off both ends, and cut into long, even spears.
  3. Lightly sprinkle zucchini spears with salt and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the egg. In another bowl, mix parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Dip each zucchini spear into the whisked egg and then roll it in the parmesan mixture.
  6. Arrange the coated zucchini spears on the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until golden and crispy, optionally broiling for the last 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini is dry for maximum crispiness; cut into uniform sizes for even cooking. Serve with complementary dips like ranch or garlic aioli.

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