Breaded Baked Zucchini with Dried Tomatoes with Cranberries OLE!
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 eggs
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 120 g Dried Tomatoes with Cranberries OLE!
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
- Preheat the oven or air fryer to 200°C (390°F).
- Slice the zucchinis into rounds approximately 1 cm thick.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each zucchini slice into the egg, then coat evenly in the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
- Arrange the slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Finely chop the OLE! Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Cranberries.
- Transfer the baked zucchini slices to a serving platter and top each piece with a small spoonful of the chopped tomatoes and cranberries.
Serving Suggestion
Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. It pairs perfectly with a yogurt dip, aioli, or a light herb sauce.
Chef’s Tip
For extra crunch, add a little panko to the breadcrumb mixture. The sweet and tangy notes of the cranberries complement the savory Parmesan coating and the mild flavor of the zucchini beautifully.
