Description
Parmesan squash chips are a crispy, healthy alternative to traditional potato chips. Packed with savory parmesan, herbs, and a creamy dipping sauce, this recipe delivers a flavorful snack or side dish. A perfect option for anyone craving a guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
- For the chips:
- 4 yellow squash, cut into rounds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded parmesan
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- For the dipping sauce:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a shallow bowl, combine panko, parmesan, parsley, and garlic powder. Dip each squash slice into the panko mixture, pressing to coat, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- While the chips are baking, prepare the dipping sauce by stirring together sour cream, lemon juice, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chips with the dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
- If you want extra crunch, you can also bake these in an air fryer at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Experiment with different herbs like basil or thyme for varied flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
