Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks with Honey Mustard Sauce

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   To make the zucchini sticks: Preheat the oven to 400F.

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   Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.

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   Trim and discard the ends of the zucchini.

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   Cut the zucchini in half crosswise, then cut each half into 1/4-inch-thick sticks.

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   Place the flour in a resealable bag and season with salt and pepper.

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   Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.

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   Combine the eggs and water in another shallow bowl and beat well.

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   Place the zucchini in the bag with the flour and shake well to coat.

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   Dip a piece of the floured zucchini in the egg and then the breadcrumbs, then place on the prepared baking sheet.

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    Repeat with the remaining zucchini.

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    Generously spray the zucchini with cooking spray and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

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    To make the sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, mustard, and honey in a small bowl and stir until smooth.

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    Serve the zucchini hot out of the oven with the sauce alongside as a dip.

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    Here is an appetizer you can dig into without blowing your calorie budget.

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    If you make the sauce with low-fat mayonnaise, 10 zucchini sticks with 2 tablespoons of sauce adds up to less than 240 calories.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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