Crispy Walnut & Herb Crusted Zucchini Coins

Author: California Walnuts

Crispy walnut-crusted zucchini is paired with a bright, herby lemon yogurt dip for a delicious bite.

Crispy Walnut & Herb Crusted Zucchini Coins
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

Ingredients:

Zucchini Coins
 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ¼-inch rounds 
 ¾ cup California walnuts, finely chopped (or pulsed in a food processor) 
 ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 
 ½ tsp garlic powder 
 ½ tsp sea salt 
 ¼ tsp black pepper 
 1 egg, beaten 
 2 Tbsp olive oil
 Herbs, to taste
 Lemon zest, to taste
 Olive oil, to taste
Lemon Yogurt Dip
 ¾ cup Greek yogurt 
 1 Tbsp lemon juice 
 1 tsp lemon zest 
 1 Tbsp olive oil 
 1 Tbsp fresh dill (or parsley) 
 Salt, to taste
 Pepper, to taste

Preparation:

1

Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice zucchini into even rounds, about ¼ inch thick. Pat dry with a paper towel to help them crisp.

2

In a shallow bowl, combine finely chopped walnuts, parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well so the herbs are evenly distributed.

3

Dip each zucchini slice into the beaten eggs. Let excess drip off and press into the mixture to coat both sides.

4

Place on the baking sheet in a single layer and lightly brush tops with olive oil. Roast for  18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are golden brown, crispy on the edges and tender in the center. Optional: Broil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes for extra crisp.

5

While zucchini cooks, mix all the ingredients for the yogurt dip and stir until smooth and creamy.

6

Arrange zucchini coins on a platter with the lemon yogurt on the side. Top with extra chopped herbs, lemon zest and a light drizzle of olive oil, to taste.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

8 zucchini coins


Amount per serving
Calories300
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g35%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 11g

Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 1.5mg9%
Potassium 350mg8%
Vitamin D 0.5mcg3%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.