Crispy Veggie Coating for Toddlers
A fun and easy way to get your toddler to eat veggies by giving them a crunchy coating. This recipe is perfect for picky eaters and is a great way to introduce new flavors and textures. The crispy coating made from breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and nutritional yeast adds a delicious and satisfying crunch to the zucchini.
Maker: Toddler Dietitian Tiff
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40 min estimated total time for 4 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 egg egg wash
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- to taste null salt
- to taste null pepper
- for spraying null EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
- for serving null yogurt ranch dip
- for serving null marinara sauce
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 425°F (428°F).
- 2Cut the zucchinis into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- 3In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, almond flour, parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast, and Italian seasoning.
- 4In a separate dish, beat the egg wash or prepare a bowl of water for spraying with oil.
- 5Dip each zucchini slice into the egg wash or spray with oil, coating both sides, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 6Place the coated zucchini slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spray with a little EVOO if desired.
- 7Bake the zucchini slices in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
- 8While the zucchini is baking, prepare your child's favorite dip, such as yogurt ranch dip or marinara sauce.
- 9Once the zucchini is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- 10Serve the crispy zucchini slices with the chosen dip and enjoy!
- 11Encourage your toddler to participate in the cooking process, such as helping with the coating or mixing the breadcrumb mixture. This can help develop their autonomy and interest in cooking.