Perfect weeknight dinner side.

Unsure what to do with zucchini? Zucchini might not sound exciting on its own, but once it’s coated in parmesan, breadcrumbs, baked until crispy, and dunked into a creamy dill dip, it turns into something you’ll look forward to making. These Oven Baked Zucchini Coins make a great veggie side dish or they can be served up as an appetizer!

Oven baked zucchini coins on a white plate with a ruffled green bowl filled with dill dipping sauce.

Veggie Side Dishes

I love just about every vegetable, but I am always looking for new ways to eat them. Steamed or boiled veggies can get old after a while.

These zucchini coins are crispy, cheesy, a little salty, and literally feel like you’re eating a fried appetizer at your local sports bar. Zucchini is incredibly mild, you might be surprised that your picky eaters will enjoy these, too!

Oven baked zucchini coins on a white plate with a ruffled green bowl filled with dill dipping sauce with a lemon in the background.

Ingredients

Zucchini Coins Ingredients

zucchini
eggs
Italian seasoned breadcrumbs – I use the 4C brand
parmigiano reggiano – try to find the real stuff, you’ll never go back!
onion powder
garlic powder
kosher salt – I use Diamond Crystal in all my recipes
black pepper
oil spray – I use avocado or olive oil spray

Two zucchinis, a white bowl of bread crumbs, a hunk of parmigiano reggiano, a clear bowl of seasonings, and 2 eggs.

Creamy Dill Dip Ingredients

sour cream – you can use regular or light
fresh dill – finely chopped
garlic – fresh and grated so you don’t have any big pieces
red wine vinegar
lemon juice
kosher salt

Glass bowls filled with sour cream, red wine vinegar, chopped dill, salt and lemon juice with an unpeeled garlic clove.

How to Make Oven Baked Zucchini Coins

Prep the Zucchini: Slice the zucchini into 1/4 inch thick slices.
Bread the Zucchini: Dip each coin into the egg, then coat in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
Bake until Golden: Arrange in a single layer on your oiled baking sheet, spray the tops well with oil spray, and bake.
Make the Creamy Dill Dip: Combine the sour cream, fresh dill, garlic, lemon, vinegar, and kosher salt until smooth. Refrigerate.
Serve: Serve the zucchini coins hot alongside the creamy dill dip.

A white bowl filled with breadcrumbs and cheese, a separate white bowl with whisked eggs, slices of zucchini, a clear bowl filled with white sauce with a metal whisk, and a metal sheet pan with oven baked zucchini coins.

What to Serve Oven Baked Zucchini Coins With

Zucchini goes great with pasta dishes. Think Blush Sauce, Chicken Parmesan, Baked Ziti, or even Stuffed Shells.

They also make a great appetizer, serve these alongside Stromboli slices and you can satisfy all your guests.

And of course, the Creamy Dill Dip is what sets these apart!!!

A small ruffled green sauce bowl filled with white dill sauce next to zucchini coins.

How to Make Oven Baked Zucchini Coins Ahead of Time

They’re best served fresh, otherwise they can be soggy. But you can slice the zucchini and mix the breadcrumb coating a few hours ahead of time. The dip can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Oven baked zucchini coins on a white plate with a ruffled green bowl filled with dill dipping sauce with a microplane grater and half a lemon.

Equipment I Use to Make Oven Baked Zucchini Coins

Dip Bowls – so cute, and perfect for any dip!
Microplane – so helpful for grating cheese

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these in the air fryer?

Yes, air fry at 400°F for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until they’re golden and crispy.

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?

Greek yogurt is tangier and typically has less fat. I would use light sour cream, or replace half the sour cream with greek yogurt for a little extra protein.