Cheesy Cajun Zucchini Sticks (Printable)

Zucchini sticks coated in cheese and Cajun spices, baked for a crispy, flavorful snack or appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 medium zucchinis, cut into sticks (approx. 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick)

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
04 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Binding

09 - 2 large eggs

→ For serving (optional)

10 - 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
02 - Cut zucchinis into uniform sticks, approximately 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
03 - In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs until smooth and fully blended.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
05 - Dip each zucchini stick into the egg mixture, then press into the cheese-breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
06 - Transfer coated zucchini sticks to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them in a single layer.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
08 - Sprinkle baked sticks with fresh parsley and serve warm alongside ranch or blue cheese dressing.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses zucchini in a way that is both fun and flavorful
  • Naturally gluten free if you use the right breadcrumbs
  • Ready fast for snack attacks or impromptu parties
  • Crispy and cheesy without frying
  • Vegetarian friendly crowd pleaser
02 -
  • High in fiber and packed with vitamins from fresh zucchini
  • Bakes up crispy without deep frying
  • Excellent for meal prep and reheats well in the oven
  • Both gluten free and vegetarian options
03 -
  • Cut the zucchini thick enough so they do not turn soggy but not so thick that they stay raw in the center
  • For best crunch toast the breadcrumbs in a dry skillet before mixing if they are not super fresh Brush the sticks lightly with oil before baking for a deeply golden finish You can never go wrong serving a double batch as these disappear in record time

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