Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Level: Easy  Total: 50 min  Prep: 20 min  Cook: 30 min

• Yield: 4 servings, serving size 1/2 cup  Carbs 8.5 grams

Ingredients

Cooking spray

2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound total)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (3/4-ounce)

1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs   I used Italian Style Pork Panko Breadcrumbs 0 carbs

1/8 teaspoon salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the oil. In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan, bread crumbs, salt, and a few turns of pepper. Dip each round into the Parmesan mixture, coating it evenly on both sides, pressing the coating on to stick, and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Bake the zucchini rounds until browned and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove with spatula. Serve immediately.