Step 1

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan, thyme and spices until well combined.

Step 3

Prepare a large baking sheet topped with a wire baking rack like this one. Lightly brush the baking rack with extra virgin olive oil (or use a healthy cooking spray.) Arrange the zucchini sticks, skin-side down, on the baking rack and brush each zucchini stick with extra virgin olive oil

Step 4

Sprinkle the Parmesan-thyme topping on each zucchini stick

Step 5

Bake in heated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Then, for a golden crispy topping, broil for 2 to 3 minutes more, watching carefully.

Step 6

Serve immediately as an appetizer with a side of tzatziki or hummus for dipping! Or serve it as a side next to your protein of choice.