Easy Parmesan Zucchini Rings
These Parmesan zucchini rings are the perfect solution for anyone looking for a healthy snack alternative that’s both delicious and simple to make. They transform humble zucchini into a fun and satisfying treat.
What makes these rings truly stand out is their amazing texture and flavor. By lightly coating the zucchini slices in a generous amount of Parmesan cheese, you get a crispy, savory crust that’s completely gluten-free and low-carb.
Whether you enjoy them hot from the oven or packed for a lunch on the go, these zucchini rings are a fantastic way to boost your vegetable intake. They’re a savory, crunchy alternative to chips and crackers. I can eat the entire tray!
If you like this recipe, you will also love my Zucchini Cottage Cheese Fritters or my Easy Chicken Gyro Zucchini Roll.
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Easy Parmesan Zucchini Rings
Equipment
- medium skillet
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1/2 tsp each salt, garlic powder, onion powder + Italian herb blend
- 2 tbs grated parmesan cheese
Dip:
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, squeezed
- 1 tbs milk
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice your zucchini into thick rounds. Use an apple corer to remove each seed center and to make them into rings. Set the centers aside. Place the rings onto the baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herb blend and parmesan until well coated. Spread them out on the pan. Top with a little more Italian herb blend and bake for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
Dip:
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the zucchini centers for 3-5 minutes until fork tender. Once done remove from the pan and transfer to the mini food processor. Next, add in the lemon, milk, garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper and pulse together until smooth. Taste and adjust any flavors if needed. Serve with the zucchini rings.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
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Easy to make. Taste great
definitely recommended warm, fresh out of the oven. The salt from the crispy cheese elevates the humble zucchini. I love that the dipping sauce uses the zucchini cores.
I was halfway through cutting out the cores with a knife when I remembered I had an ancient apple corer. Definitely faster using the corer, but I wouldn’t let not having one dissuade you from trying this.
Amazing! I ran into a happy accident with the dip, I was distracted and forgot to sauté the zucchini centers and put them in raw, noticing while blending I then realized I had the markings of pancake batter so I added some flour and baking powder, mint and made zucchini pancakes out of it!!
Excellent. I subbed Greek yogurt for the milk. The sauce came out as a thicker Picatta style. I can see myself peeling whole zucchini and making bigger batches to serve with fish or chicken. This one should be going viral with the upcoming zucchini bounties! I think I ate equivalent to 2 of the 3 zucchini!
Haven’t made these yet. What would you suggest I use if I don’t have an apple corer?
I read a comment elsewhere to use a piping bag coupler if you don’t have a corer.
Added a teaspoon of tahini to the dip and it was !
Hi Nicole, thank you for the feedback!
“Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.”
Leftovers?!? You’re adorable.
lol
I only have an air fryer. How would that change any of the instructions? Thank you.
Hi Jodi, yes, less time in the air fryer
Can you prepare ahead of time and bake last minute?
Hi Grace, Yes!
Yum! When you say to slice thick slices…how thick?
On your nutritional value its 83 calories to what portion? there a 3 zucchini, what portion, 1/2 cup, 1/3 cup, ????
Hi Amalia, equally separate the completed recipe into 4 portions. That is the 83 calories. Portion sizes are listed at the top of each recipe box. Enjoy!
Did you do something with the centers?
Hi Pegg, its all in the directions. You can make the dip with the centers
You can pulse the center pieces even with seeds?
Yes!