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Baked Zucchini Fries with Two Dips

50 min

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Looking for an alternative to regular potato fries? Then we present to you the breaded zucchini fries: crunchy on the outside, warm and soft on the inside. Pair it with your favourite dip, or try one of the two dip recipes we share below!

Servings

Total

50 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

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Ingredients

  • 2
    zucchinis
  • 2 tsp (10 mL)
    vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup (81 g)
    breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tbsp (4 g)
    nutritional yeast flakes
  • 1 tsp (6 g)
    salt
  • ½ tsp
    ground black pepper

Roasted red pepper dip

  • 2
    roasted red bell peppers from a jar, from a jar
  • 1 tsp (5 mL)
    sambal oelek
  • ½ tsp
    garlic powder
  • ½ tsp
    dried basil
  • ½ tsp
    dried oregano

Thousand island dip

  • ⅓ cup (80 mL)
    vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL)
    ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp (18 g)
    chopped pickles
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL)
    sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp (5 mL)
    pickle juice (from the jar)
  • ¼ tsp
    ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 340°F (170°C). Cut the zucchini into 1-inch (2 cm) thick fries, and transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Toss the zucchini fries in oil. Then add the breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread out over 2 parchment-lined baking trays, trying to not overcrowd the trays. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes, or until golden, stopping to flip once halfway.
  4. To make the roasted red pepper dip, add all ingredients to a small food processor and blend until coarsely chopped.
  5. To make the thousand island dip, combine the ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.

Storage

  • These fries are best enjoyed immediately.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Best if reheated in the oven.
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Yvonne L. - Sept. 5, 2023, 6:26 p.m.

My neighbors had a zucchini harvest, so we've had this wonderful finger food several times now. I use panko and vary with the seasoning mixes.
My favorite: Tacco Spice Mix. 🌶

PUL Team - Sept. 7, 2023, 6:21 p.m.

Ooo sounds like lovely neighbours! Thanks for sharing your experience with the baked zucchini fries, Yvonne 😃

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Ewelina - May 4, 2023, 7:29 p.m.

I particularly enjoyed the roasted pepper dip!
I liked the cheese taste of the nutritional yeast in the uncooked breadcrumbs mix - sadly it wasn't as intense after cooking... I'll just sprinkle some more next time!
I cooked these together with your ranch baked potatoes and roasted garlic.

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Martunia - April 3, 2023, 8:17 p.m.

This us a really good idea tu use up zucchinis, especially the older bigger ones. They obviously don't taste like potato fries at all, but I'd definitely make them again. Oh, and the thousand island sauce is bomb!

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Shal - July 23, 2021, 10:04 p.m.

I love Sadia's recipes. I made these fries as a way to use up some extra zucchini from the farmers market. For my personal taste I cut the fries a little smaller and baked on higher heat. Came out great!

PUL Team - July 25, 2021, 9:01 p.m.

Thanks for sharing, Shal, it's really appreciated 😊

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Becca - July 8, 2021, 6:19 p.m.

I LOVE these baked zucchini fries! I have made them multiple times and love that I can eat something so healthy and so delicious.

PUL Team - July 10, 2021, 3:14 p.m.

We're so glad you're enjoying them, Becca! Thank you for sharing the review 😃

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Aida - June 29, 2021, 4:08 p.m.

This recipe looks awesome!
But is there a substitute for the nutritional yeast? Or will the quality remain the same if I omit it?

PUL Team - June 30, 2021, 3:41 a.m.

Hi Aida! Nutritional yeast is a bit tricky to find a sub for as it adds a cheese-like flavour. You could add pulverized cashews to help mimic the creamy mouthfeel or exclude it if desired for less "cheesy" fries 😊

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