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Crispy cornmeal-coated zucchini with fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cornmeal Crispy Zucchini (150 g) has 210 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.2 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 15.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
210
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
28.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 6% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.27 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 35 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 75 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 125 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 210 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 280 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Make cornmeal crispy zucchini by slicing the zucchini, drying the pieces well, seasoning them, and coating them in cornmeal. Cook in a lightly oiled pan or bake until golden, then serve promptly so steam does not soften the coating.
For crunchy cornmeal crispy zucchini, arrange the coated slices in a single layer with space between them. Lightly oil the coating and turn the pieces partway through baking; crowding traps steam and keeps them from browning evenly.
Cornmeal crispy zucchini turns soggy when the zucchini releases too much moisture or the cooked pieces sit covered. Dry the slices before coating, leave room between them while cooking, and transfer finished pieces to an open rack or plate.
Yes, cornmeal crispy zucchini works well in an air fryer. Arrange the coated slices in one layer, lightly oil them, and turn them during cooking. Cook in batches if needed, since an overcrowded basket makes the coating less crisp.
No, you usually do not need to peel zucchini for cornmeal crispy zucchini. Wash and dry the skin well; it helps the slices hold their shape. Peeling is optional if the zucchini is unusually large and its skin is tough.
To keep the coating on cornmeal crispy zucchini, dry the zucchini thoroughly before adding the cornmeal. Press the coating gently onto each piece, then handle the slices carefully as you arrange and turn them during cooking.
Garlic yogurt dip pairs especially well with cornmeal crispy zucchini, while lemon-herb sauce offers a brighter option. Serve the dip on the side rather than pouring it over the zucchini, so the cornmeal coating stays crisp.
Reheat leftover cornmeal crispy zucchini in an oven, toaster oven, or air fryer to bring back some crispness. Keep it refrigerated in a covered container after it cools, and eat it within a few days; microwaving tends to soften the coating.
You can freeze cooked cornmeal crispy zucchini, but the zucchini may be softer after thawing because it contains a lot of water. Freeze the pieces in a single layer first, then store them airtight and reheat from frozen in an oven or air fryer.
Serve cornmeal crispy zucchini as a side with grilled vegetables, a grain bowl, or a main dish, or offer it as a snack with dip. It is best served soon after cooking, while the coating is still crisp.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
15.75mg · 18% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.65mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
368mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 210 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Cornmeal crispy zucchini is a Turkish-style home dish made by coating zucchini slices in cornmeal and cooking them until crisp. The coating turns golden and crunchy while the zucchini stays tender, with a mild flavour that works well alongside a savoury dip.
It is usually served hot as a side or snack; garlic yogurt is a familiar pairing, while a plant-based dip keeps the plate vegan. Zucchini contributes fibre, and the cornmeal coating and cooking oil add carbohydrates and fat; a 100 g portion provides 2.5 g of fibre. For a lighter version, use a thin coating and bake or air-fry the slices with just a little oil.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 46.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (46.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.