Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls with Best Dipping Sauce
9 April 2025
super easy
Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls
Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls is known by many names ,zucchini crisps, chips, or bites. No matter what you call them, one thing is for sure: they’re absolutely delicious. You’ll never be able to stop at just one, especially when paired with the irresistible zucchini dipping sauce made with finely chopped tomatoes, garlic sauce, dill, and sour cream. (which is also incredibly simple to make).
I want to share that this recipe is very special to me because I personally created it, and it turned out exactly as I envisioned. These Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls are perfect for any occasion. If you’re looking for more healthy zucchini recipes, here are some of my personal favorites that I absolutely love:
So, if all that sounds good to you, read on!
It’s a total winner! These Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls boast a perfectly crispy exterior that locks in the zucchini’s natural juiciness. Even better, they stay crunchy even after cooling to room temperature.
These Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls are not only easy to make, but they also fill your kitchen with a delicious aroma as they bake. The best part is when they turn golden and crispy, creating the perfect crunchy crust. Each bite makes you want more, trust me, I know! Plus, their bite-sized shape gives them a special, delicate touch.
And wow….Good news! This recipe is easy to double or even triple, but make sure to adjust the garlic sauce as well, otherwise, you’ll be disappointed when it runs out!
Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls
Here’s what you need to make Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls:
Zucchinis: Use fresh, medium-sized zucchinis. Make sure they’re firm, not too soft or too mature, for the best taste and texture.
Eggs: You’ll need fresh eggs to beat and use for coating the zucchini slices.
Flour: Use plain white flour as the first coating layer to help the egg stick better.
Cornflakes: Choose plain, unsweetened cornflakes. If they’re too large, crush them a little with your hands or a rolling pin.
Dill: Fresh dill gives the best flavor. If you don’t have it, you can use dried dill instead.
Tomatoes: Use ripe tomatoes, diced into small cubes. Cherry or regular tomatoes both work fine.
Sour cream: Use a thicker sour cream that’s good for cooking – creamy and flavorful.
Garlic: Use fresh garlic cloves, crushed or grated, to add flavor to the sauce.
Cheese: Choose any cheese that melts nicely – either grated or cut into small cubes.
Salt: Add salt to taste throughout the recipe, especially for the zucchini and sauce.
How to make Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls
So, how do you make this recipe? Hahaha… as I’ve mentioned before, it’s super simple, I think even a child could do it and have a blast! Personally, I had an amazing time making them while listening to some rock music in the background. The steps below are all you need to guide you in creating this delicious dish. Enjoy!
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
For preparing your zucchini, a large wooden cutting board, like this Extra Large Organic Bamboo Cutting Boards , is perfect. Its spacious surface makes chopping and slicing easy, and the wood is gentle on your knives, ensuring precision and longevity. Pair it with a good knife, like Chef Knife, for smooth and effortless cuts.
Wash the zucchinis and slice them into round pieces (not too thick, not too thin). Place the slices on a wooden board or tray. Sprinkle salt on both sides and set them aside for a few minutes. This helps draw out excess water and adds flavor. Finely chop the fresh dill. Then dice the tomatoes into small cubes. Set both aside for later.
Next, crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them well with a fork or whisk, until they’re fully mixed. Set aside, then pour some all-purpose flour into a shallow plate. You can add more later if needed. After this, in another shallow plate or bowl, add the cornflakes. Crush them lightly by your hand or with a blender if they’re too big.
Step 2:Coat the zucchini slices
Take each zucchini slice and dip it first in the flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally in the crushed cornflakes. Make sure it’s coated well on all sides. Place the coated slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place the tray in a preheated oven (around 180–200°C / 350–400°F). Bake for about 20–25 minutes or until the slices are golden and crispy. Flip them halfway through so they cook evenly.
Step 3: Make the sauce
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with the chopped dill and crushed garlic. Stir well until it becomes a smooth sauce. Taste and add salt if needed.
Step 4: Add Sauce, Tomatoes, and Cheese
Take the baked zucchini slices out of the oven. Using a teaspoon, add a small amount of sauce on top of each slice. Then, sprinkle a few diced tomatoes over the sauce and finish by adding shredded cheese (or small cheese cubes) on top of each slice.
Step 5: Bake again briefly
Return the tray to the oven for another 5–10 minutes, just until the cheese melts and starts to turn golden.
Ready to Serve
Take them out of the oven, let them cool slightly, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious zucchini bites!
Crispy, flavorful, and easy to make, these zucchini bites with creamy garlic dill sauce are the perfect snack or side dish for any occasion. It’s Easy, and whether you’re looking for a healthy treat or a fun appetizer to serve, this recipe delivers every time.
So, I hope you liked it. Feel free to get creative by adding your favorite toppings or dipping sauces to make it your own. Enjoy making this dish, and don’t forget to share your tasty creations with others!
Don’t forget, on my blog you’ll find many delicious recipes, including these amazing desserts. I’m sure you’ll love them!
I’d love to know what you think if you give this a try! 🙂 – Angie
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Crispy Baked Zucchini Rolls with Best Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
For the zucchini:
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 2 eggs
- 4 –5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornflakes crushed slightly if large
For the sauce:
- 200 g sour cream
- 2 –3 garlic cloves crushed or grated
- 1 bunch of fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill
- Salt to taste
For the topping:
- 2 medium tomatoes finely diced
- 100 g shredded cheese or small cubes of meltable cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Wash the zucchinis and slice them into round pieces (not too thick, not too thin). Place the slices on a wooden board or tray. Sprinkle salt on both sides and set them aside for a few minutes. This helps draw out excess water and adds flavor. Finely chop the fresh dill. Then dice the tomatoes into small cubes. Set both aside for later.
- Next, crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them well with a fork or whisk, until they’re fully mixed. Set aside, then pour some all-purpose flour into a shallow plate. You can add more later if needed. After this, in another shallow plate or bowl, add the cornflakes. Crush them lightly by your hand or with a blender if they’re too big.
Step 2: Coat the zucchini slices
- Take each zucchini slice and dip it first in the flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally in the crushed cornflakes. Make sure it’s coated well on all sides. Place the coated slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place the tray in a preheated oven (around 180–200°C / 350–400°F). Bake for about 20–25 minutes or until the slices are golden and crispy. Flip them halfway through so they cook evenly.
Step 3: Make the sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with the chopped dill and crushed garlic. Stir well until it becomes a smooth sauce. Taste and add salt if needed.
Step 4: Add Sauce, Tomatoes, and Cheese
- Take the baked zucchini slices out of the oven. Using a teaspoon, add a small amount of sauce on top of each slice. Then, sprinkle a few diced tomatoes over the sauce and finish by adding shredded cheese (or small cheese cubes) on top of each slice.
Step 5: Bake again briefly
- Return the tray to the oven for another 5–10 minutes, just until the cheese melts and starts to turn golden.
Ready to Serve
- Take them out of the oven, let them cool slightly, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious zucchini bites!
Notes
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