zucchini fries

By mommumma

Ingredients

• 2 large zucchini, halved crosswise
• 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
• 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

2 egg whites, lightly beaten

Preheat oven to 400°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on prepared pan; spray rack with nonstick cooking spray.

In a shallow bowl, place seasoned bread crumbs. In a separate shallow bowl, place egg whites. In another shallow bowl, place panko, salt, and pepper. Dip each zucchini piece in seasoned bread crumbs; dip in egg white to coat, letting excess drip off. Dredge in panko mixture. Place on prepared rack.

Makes 4 - 6 servings