YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Baked Zucchini Mozzarella Sticks with Warm Marinara
Enjoy a delicious twist on classic mozzarella sticks with a light, crispy zucchini coating baked to perfection. Paired with a warm, tangy marinara dipping sauce, this dish offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors - a perfect choice for a wholesome breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Zucchini (196g)
3 ounces Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese (85g)
1 large Egg White (33g)
0.25 cup Whole Wheat Panko Breadcrumbs (30g)
0.5 cup Marinara Sauce (125g)
0.5 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Salt & Pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the zucchini into thick sticks, about the size of traditional mozzarella sticks.
Slice the mozzarella cheese into stick shapes matching the zucchini cuts.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg white with a pinch of salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Place the whole wheat panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.
Dip each zucchini stick first into the egg white mixture, then coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs.
Arrange the breaded zucchini sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the zucchini is tender and the coating is crisp.
Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Serve the baked zucchini sticks with the warm marinara for dipping, along with the mozzarella sticks either inserted into the zucchini or served on the side.