Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices

Crispy and golden outside, tender inside, and packed with savory flavor, these Keto Crispy Zucchini Slices pair well with just about any meal and are a real crowd-pleaser. They’re a great low carb substitute for fries with just 6g net carbs per serving!

This recipe is my take on a favorite summer side dish my mom makes. My version hits all the right notes – crispy outside, tender inside, and full of flavor – but with much fewer carbs!

When I was younger my mom had a small vegetable garden, and zucchini was always one of the vegetables that thrived best.

If you grow zucchini you probably come to expect zucchini overload every summer! It’s always good to have a few new recipes up your sleeve to help use up the bounty.

This recipe for Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices was inspired by my mom’s fried zucchini! I made a few small changes: 1) keto-fied it, and 2) changed the cooking method from pan-frying to roasting because it’s even easier.

My sister and I always looked forward to mom’s breaded and pan-fried zucchini rounds. The breading outside was crispy and the zucchini was tender inside.

This side dish is unique enough to not be boring, but basic enough to go well with just about anything you cook on the grill (burgers, chicken breasts, steak, etc.).

The Best Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices Recipe

If you grow zucchini, this is a great way to help use some up during summer.

To make this recipe keto, I leave out the breadcrumbs and instead use a mixture of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and a few basic spices.

This easy side dish or appetizer recipe is sure to become a favorite, even with picky eaters. Whip this  up and watch the whole family devour zucchini and ask for seconds!

Ingredients

• Olive oil spray
• Almond flour
• Parmesan cheese
• Dried Italian herb seasoning
• Garlic powder
• Black pepper
• Eggs
• Zucchini
• Coconut flour

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Stir together all ingredients for the keto breadcrumbs.
2. Whisk together the eggs in a separate shallow bowl.
3. Slice the zucchini into rounds, pat it dry, and toss it with coconut flour.
4. Dredge the zucchini in egg, and then in keto breadcrumbs.
5. Arrange it on a large baking sheet that’s lined with parchment paper and sprayed with olive oil, and spray the tops of the zucchini slices with olive oil.
6. Bake until golden on both sides, about 25 minutes at 425F.
7. Enjoy!

Keto Breadcrumbs

Instead of using regular breadcrumbs, here we use a mixture of keto-friendly ingredients to simulate breadcrumbs. Our keto breadcrumb mixture contains:

• Almond flour
• Parmesan cheese
• Dried Italian herb seasoning
• Garlic powder
• Black pepper

Zucchini FAQ

Is Zucchini a Fruit?

Yes, zucchini is technically a fruit! However, it’s typically cooked as a vegetable along with other savory flavors, such as garlic, onion, herbs, and spices.

Is Zucchini Keto Friendly?

Yes! According to the USDA Nutrition Database, each 1 cup of sliced zucchini has just 2.41g net carbs, making it a good choice for a keto diet.

These Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices are a delicious keto appetizer or side dish.

Can You Eat Zucchini Raw?

Yes, zucchini is ok to eat raw! Of course opt for organic whenever possible and give it a good rinse before eating it.

Here are a few delicious ways to eat raw zucchini:

• Spiralized into “zoodles”
• Thinly sliced and added to green salads
• Cut into rounds or sticks and served with dip on a vegetable platter
• Shaved into thin ribbons, tossed with oil and vinegar, and served as salad (feta and basil are delicious with this)

Zucchini Nutrition Information

According to the USDA Nutrient Database, 1 cup of sliced zucchini (113g) with the skin on has the following nutrition information:

• 19kcals
• 1.37g protein
• .36g fat
• 3.51g total carbs
• 1.1g fiber
• 2.41g net carbs

More Low Carb and Keto Zucchini Recipe Inspiration

• Zucchini Pizza Bites
• 30 Minute Zucchini Beer Macaroni and Cheese
• Low Carb Easy Cheesy Zucchini Bake
• Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
• Low Carb Zucchini Fritters
• Easy Low Carb Zucchini Bread

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Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices

By: Faith Gorsky

This recipe for Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices is crispy outside, tender inside, and full of flavor but with much fewer carbs!

5 from 8 votes

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Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 5 servings

Calories 212 kcal

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ Olive oil spray
• ▢ 1 cup almond flour
• ▢ 1 1/2 ounces freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
• ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 1 pound zucchini sliced into 1/2-inch thick circles (about 3 smallish zucchini)
• ▢ 2 teaspoons coconut flour

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 425F; line a large baking tray with parchment paper and spray it with olive oil.
• Stir together the almond flour, Parmesan, dried Italian herb seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
• Whisk together the eggs in a separate shallow bowl.
• Pat the zucchini dry and add it to a zip-top plastic bag along with the coconut flour. Seal the bag and gently shake it to coat the zucchini.
• Dip the zucchini circles in the egg, letting the excess drip off, and then dip in the almond flour mixture to coat. Arrange them on the prepared baking tray. Spray the tops with olive oil.
• Bake until golden on both sides, about 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
• Serve warm.

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Faith’s Tips

• Net Carbs: 6g per serving
• To Make Sure the Breading Sticks: Patting the zucchini dry helps ensure that the coating will stick to it.
• Bake Them Long Enough: Be sure to bake until golden, these get deliciously crispy.
• Serving Suggestion: Low Carb Ranch Dressing is perfect for dipping!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Keto Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 212 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value*

Fat 16g25%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 71mg24%

Sodium 173mg8%

Potassium 276mg8%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 12g24%

Vitamin A 345IU7%

Vitamin C 16.3mg20%

Calcium 179mg18%

Iron 1.8mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Keyword Baked Zucchini Slices, Breaded Zucchini, Crispy Baked Zucchini Slices, Keto Zucchini

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