Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks Recipe

Craving crispy, flavorful fries but watching your carb intake? These Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks are the perfect guilt-free alternative! Packed with zesty spices and baked to golden perfection, they're a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. Get ready to ditch the extra calories without sacrificing taste – these veggie wonders are irresistibly addictive!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 86.7 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks

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How to Make Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Cut two medium zucchini in half lengthwise, then slice each half into 4-inch long sticks.
  3. In a small bowl, lightly beat one large egg white.
  4. Toss the zucchini sticks in the egg white until evenly coated.
  5. In a large plastic zip-top bag, combine 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Add the zucchini sticks to the bag and shake until all sticks are thoroughly coated with the spice mixture.
  7. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  8. Arrange zucchini sticks in a single layer on the wire rack.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until light golden brown and tender.
  10. Let cool for 3 minutes before dipping in your favorite condiment, such as ketchup, blue cheese dressing, or ranch.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

114 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

1g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks?

Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks?

Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks has approximately 86.7 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks?

The key ingredients for Spicy Baked Zucchini Sticks are Zucchini, Egg White, Baking Powder, Garlic Powder, Salt, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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