Description
These Vegan Zucchini Sticks are a delicious and crispy plant-based snack or appetizer. Coated with a seasoned breadcrumb and nutritional yeast mixture, then baked to golden perfection, they offer a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional fried snacks. Perfect for serving with your favorite dipping sauce, these zucchini sticks are easy to prepare and sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
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.
- Prepare Zucchini: Toss the zucchini sticks in olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. Then season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to your taste.
- Mix Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast thoroughly to create a flavorful coating mixture.
- Coat Zucchini: Dip and coat each zucchini stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help the coating stick well to the surface.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet without overcrowding them to allow even cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through the baking time, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy a healthy, crunchy snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the zucchini sticks are coated well and spaced out on the baking sheet.
- You can substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust the seasoning as desired—adding paprika or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick works well.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best results.
