Spaghetti with Crispy Zucchini
Spaghetti with crispy zucchini, melted cheese, and fresh herbs in a bowl with a fork.
Get ready for a big, happy plate of steamy, twirly, saucy spaghetti topped with roasty zucchini pieces. These zucchini pieces are coated in golden panko, layered with melted cheese, and sprinkled with fresh basil.It's crunchy, summery, garden-fresh, cheesy (in any way you want, like goat cheese), steamy, satisfying, and perfect for a hungry night—because spaghetti never lets us down.
Evolution to Crispy Zucchini Spaghetti
Zucchini slices coated in crispy panko, Italian seasoning, Parmesan, garlic powder, and lemon zest, blanketed under melted cheese, become irresistible.
Everything you need is likely already in your pantry:
- Spaghetti
- Store-bought spaghetti sauce
- Zucchini
- Panko
- Egg
- Italian seasoning
- Cheese for topping (Mozzarella for melty goodness or goat cheese for creamy tang)
How to Make Spaghetti with Crispy Zucchini
You'll focus on two main tasks:
1. Pasta Pot:Boil spaghetti and mix with sauce.
2. Sheet Pan: Toss zucchini with panko and spices, then bake until crispy.
With minimal effort, you’ll have a delicious bowl of spaghetti loaded with cheesy zucchini crispities and fresh basil. Add extra lemon juice or red pepper flakes for a flavor boost. This dinner is anything but sad.
