Baked Zucchini Fries
Baked Zucchini Fries are a genius recipe! Easy, zesty, and made with simple ingredients, these baked zucchini fries are gluten free, dairy free, paleo, and vegan. You’re gonna love them!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini cut into 2-3" strips (think the size of potato fries)
- 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil
- Zest from one organic lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cayenne red pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Mix spices in bowl to blend, add olive oil and stir.
- Prep zucchini and add to mix. Stir to coat all zucchini fries evenly.
- Place zucchini fries on a baking sheet lined with foil and place on top rack of oven. Bake for 15 minutes, stir or flip fries. Continue to bake for an addition 7-10 minutes. Remove lightly toss and serve.
Notes
- Choosing Zucchini: Look for firm zucchini with smooth skin. Avoid zucchini that are overly large (they tend to be tough) or have mushy spots.
- Cut Evenly: Cut the zucchini evenly into strips or wedges. Cutting them the same size will help ensure even cooking.
- Bake in a Single Layer: Make sure to arrange the zucchini fries on the baking sheet in a single layer, so they cook evenly without steaming.
- Serve Right Away: Zucchini fries are best when they’re fresh out of the oven.
- Storage: To store your zucchini fries, cool them down and transfer them to an airtight container or a zip-top bag. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.