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.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American-Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 140 kcal
Zucchini Chips
- 2 medium zucchini sliced into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp seasoned breadcrumbs or panko optional, for extra crunch
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch salt optional; go light (Parmesan is salty)
Lemon-Garlic Yogurt Dip
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 2% or whole
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 small garlic clove finely grated
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp finely grated Parmesan optional
- salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Finish
- crushed red pepper flakes to taste
- chopped basil or parsley to taste
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.
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.
Keyword Baked Snacks, Clean Eating Snack, Greek Yogurt Dip, Healthy Munchies, Parmesan, Zucchini Chips