Panko Zucchini
Summer is the time to make the most of seasonal zucchini. And with that in mind, keep these Panko Zucchini in mind for a great appetizer this season. Zucchini rounds crusted in panko bread crumbs and lightly fried until golden and delicious!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 147kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini ends trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch slices
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Dry the zucchini slices with paper towels and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the two eggs. Set aside.
- In a large shallow bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs with the salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Coat the zucchini slices in the flour, Then dip them in the whisked egg and coat them in the panko bread crumb mixture. Press the crumbs firmly onto the cheese so it sticks. Repeat for all the cheese.
- Heat vegetable oil to about 1 inch in a large deep sided skillet. Fry the zucchini rounds for about 1-2 minutes and then flip over with a slotted spoon. Fry for a further 2 minutes or until they are golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a large plate lined with paper towels.
- Serve these zucchini pieces hot with your favourite dipping sauces.
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Nutrition Facts
Panko Zucchini
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 147
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 62mg21%
Sodium 561mg24%
Potassium 163mg5%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 157IU3%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 54mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.