Buy Now → Baked Parmesan Zucchini Sticks
These oven-baked parmesan zucchini sticks coated with a simple Italian seasoning and parmesan blend are a delicious family side dish that is great for baby led weaning and toddlers. (gluten-free)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Category: side dish
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini (courgette)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- pinch kosher salt (optional - see notes)
- 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan (from a block)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking sheet with a wire rack.
- Cut zucchini into equal-sized sticks. I cut in half crosswise, then cut each half in 4-6 sticks depending on the size of the squash.
- In a large bowl, toss the zucchini sticks with oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and salt, if using.
- Add the parmesan and toss again to coat evenly.
- Arrange the zucchini on the wire rack on the baking sheet so that they are not touching.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes to encourage bubbly golden cheese.
- Allow zucchini to cool before serving to babies!
Notes
- Salt: Omit the salt for babies under 1 if you prefer. I'm not super worried about salt for babies if you cook at home often. You can also salt your own portion after serving baby's.
- Italian seasoning: If you don't have Italian season, you can use a bit of oregano, basil, rosemary, and/or thyme. In a pinch, only oregano works just fine too!
- No wire rack? No worries! Line the baking sheet with parchment and arrange the zucchini with the skin side down. Roast without flipping them.
Find it online: https://babyledbliss.com/parmesan-zucchini-sticks/