Description
Crispy and flavorful Vegan Zucchini Sticks baked to golden perfection. These healthy snacks are coated with a savory mixture of breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast, seasoned with garlic and onion powder, and baked for a guilt-free treat perfect for dipping and sharing.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Coat Zucchini: Toss the zucchini sticks in olive oil until evenly coated. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to infuse flavor into every stick.
- Prepare Coating Mix: In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast thoroughly to create a savory, cheesy coating.
- Coat Zucchini Sticks: Dip each zucchini stick into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres firmly to each piece.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet so they bake evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Bake Until Crispy: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the zucchini sticks halfway through the baking time to achieve golden, crispy results on all sides.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the zucchini sticks for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Try different seasonings like smoked paprika or chili powder for a spicy twist.
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Serve with vegan ranch or marinara sauce for dipping.
- Keep leftover zucchini sticks refrigerated and reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.
