Description
These Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional breadsticks, made with grated zucchini and a blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Perfect as a low-carb snack or appetizer, they feature a crispy bottom crust and a melty cheesy topping baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic parsley salt
Topping
- 1 cup grated cheese of choice (mozzarella or Mexican cheese recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Squeeze all the excess juices out of the grated zucchini thoroughly. Removing the liquid is essential to achieve a crispy breadstick crust.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, and garlic parsley salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Form Crust: Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Spread the zucchini mixture evenly into a thin layer, about half an inch thick, to ensure the bottom crisps up nicely during baking.
- Bake the Base: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Bake the zucchini crust for 15 minutes until set and slightly crisp.
- Add Cheese Topping: Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle your preferred grated cheese topping evenly over the baked zucchini crust.
- Final Bake: Return the breadsticks to the oven and bake for an additional 2-5 minutes or until the cheese topping is melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Slice the cheesy zucchini breadsticks and serve hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini to avoid soggy breadsticks.
- You can use any cheese blend for the topping based on your preference, such as mozzarella, cheddar, or a Mexican cheese blend.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispiness; leftovers can be reheated but may lose some texture.
- Adjust garlic parsley salt to taste or substitute with garlic powder and dried parsley if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Zucchini breadsticks, cheesy breadsticks, low-carb snack, healthy appetizer, zucchini recipe, baked breadsticks
