Baked Parmesan Zucchini Chips with Lemon-Garlic Yogurt Dip
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Salty, crispy baked zucchini chips coated in Parmesan with a bright lemon-garlic Greek yogurt dip. A clean-eating, Italian-inspired snack that hits the “healthy munchies” craving without frying.
2medium zucchinisliced into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch)
1tbspolive oil
1/2cupfinely grated Parmesan cheese
2tbspseasoned breadcrumbs or pankooptional, for extra crunch
1/2tspgarlic powder
1/2tspItalian seasoning
freshly cracked black pepperto taste
1pinchsaltoptional; go light (Parmesan is salty)
Lemon-Garlic Yogurt Dip
3/4cupplain Greek yogurt2% or whole
1tbspfresh lemon juice
1tsplemon zest
1small garlic clovefinely grated
1tspolive oil
1tbspfinely grated Parmesanoptional
salt and black pepperto taste
Optional Finish
crushed red pepper flakesto taste
chopped basil or parsleyto taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment; set a wire rack on top if using.
Slice zucchini into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch). Lay on paper towels and blot very well to remove excess moisture.
In a bowl, toss zucchini with olive oil. Add Parmesan, optional breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and a light pinch of salt. Toss to coat.
Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer without overlapping.
Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are golden and chips look dry. Cool 5 minutes to crisp.
Meanwhile, stir together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, grated garlic, olive oil, and optional Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve warm zucchini chips with the lemon-garlic yogurt dip. Finish with herbs or red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
Crispier chips tip: Slice thinner, blot longer, and avoid overcrowding the pan. A wire rack improves airflow and crispness.Storage: Chips are best fresh; re-crisp at 425°F for 3–5 minutes. Dip keeps refrigerated up to 4 days.