Description
These Vegan Zucchini Sticks are a crispy and delicious plant-based snack or appetizer, coated in a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for dipping and sharing, they offer a healthy twist on traditional fried zucchini sticks, making them a delightful and guilt-free treat.
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 and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the zucchini sticks: Toss the zucchini sticks in olive oil, making sure they are evenly coated. Season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste to infuse them with flavor.
- Mix the coating: In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast, which will create a crispy, cheesy-flavored crust for the zucchini.
- Coat the zucchini: Dip the oiled zucchini sticks into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so that the coating adheres well to each piece.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space for even baking.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through baking to ensure they become golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the crispy vegan zucchini sticks hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty snack or side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- If you prefer a lower-fat option, you can lightly spray the zucchini sticks with cooking spray instead of tossing in olive oil.
- These zucchini sticks can be served with vegan ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or any other dip of your choice.
- Ensure zucchinis are cut evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
