Description
Crispy Lemon Parmesan Zucchini Chips with Basil Aioli are a delightful and guilt-free snack that packs a punch of flavor. These oven-baked chips are perfectly crispy, infused with zesty lemon and rich Parmesan, and served alongside a creamy basil aioli for dipping. Ideal for movie nights or elegant gatherings, these chips will impress your guests and keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 300g)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup mayonnaise (120g)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (10g)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Slice zucchinis into thin rounds (¼ inch thick) and place in a bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over zucchini, add garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan. Toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- For the basil aioli, combine mayonnaise, chopped basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl; mix until smooth.
- Serve zucchini chips hot with basil aioli for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg