Description
Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly snackable, these Parmesan Zucchini Rings are a fun twist on fries or onion rings. Whether you bake or air fry them, they come out golden and full of flavor. Perfect for dipping, sharing, or hoarding all to yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray or melted butter (for crisping)
Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini:
Wash zucchinis and slice into ½-inch thick rounds. Use a small round cutter or bottle cap to remove the centers, forming rings. - Set Up Breading Station:
Bowl 1: Mix flour with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Bowl 2: Beat eggs until smooth.
Bowl 3: Combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. - Bread the Rings:
Dredge zucchini rings in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb-Parmesan mix. Press well to coat. - Cook:
- Oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Arrange on parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray with olive oil. Bake 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Air fry in a single layer for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve:
Serve hot with your favorite dip—marinara, garlic aioli, or ranch.
Notes
- Want extra crunch? Double-dip in egg and breadcrumbs before cooking.
- Add shredded mozzarella to the breadcrumb mix for even cheesier bites.
- Works great with yellow squash too!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side
- Method: Baked or Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~6–8 rings
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: zucchini rings, parmesan zucchini, baked zucchini, air fryer zucchini, veggie appetizer, low carb snack