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Crispy Italian Zucchini Hoagies
Crispy Italian Zucchini Hoagies

Crispy Italian Zucchini Hoagies

with Balsamic Arugula Salad

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on August 15, 2025

Crispy tempura-fried zucchini slices are tucked into a toasted baguette and topped with marinara and basil paste for a crave-worthy Italian-style hoagie. On the side, a bright salad of peppery arugula and juicy tomatoes tossed in tangy balsamic dressing balances the richness for a satisfying, meatless meal.

Tags:
Veggie
Fiber Powered
Quick
Easy Prep
New
Allergens:
Soy
Wheat
Eggs
Milk

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time20 minutes
Prep Time5 minutes
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

serving amount

2.5 ounce

Marinara Sauce

2 tablespoon

Nutritional Yeast

2 unit

Demi-Baguette

(Contains: Soy, Wheat)

82 g

Tempura Mix

(Contains: Eggs, Milk, Wheat)

2 ounce

Arugula

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

1 tablespoon

Italian Seasoning

4 ounce

Grape Tomatoes

1 ounce

Basil Paste

1 unit

Zucchini

1.5 ounce

Creamy Balsamic Dressing

(Contains: Eggs)

Not included in your delivery

Salt

Pepper

Cooking Oil

Nutrition Values

/ per serving
Calories690 kcal
Fat26 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Carbohydrate86 g
Sugar14 g
Dietary Fiber6 g
Protein13 g
Sodium1610 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Utensils

Paper Towel
Large Bowl
Whisk
Large Pan
Slotted Spoon

Instructions

Prep
1

• Wash and dry produce. • Trim and halve zucchini crosswise; cut each half lengthwise into 1⁄4-inch-thick planks. Halve tomatoes lengthwise. • Lightly salt zucchini and let rest 2-3 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.

Coat Zucchini
2

• In a large bowl, whisk together tempura batter mix, Italian Seasoning, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, 1⁄2 cup water(1 cup for 4 servings), a pinch of salt, and pepper. TIP: If mixture seems too thick, add more water 1 tsp at a time until it reaches a pancake-batter-like consistency. • Add zucchini and toss to coat.

Fry Zucchini & Toast Bread
3

• Heat a 1⁄3-inch layer of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles when added to the pan, add coated zucchini in a single layer. (TIP: Don’t overcrowd the pan! You may need to work in batches.) Cook until zucchini is golden brown and crisp, 2-3 minutes per side. • Using a slotted spoon, transfer zucchini to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season with salt to taste. • Halve and toast baguettes.

Finish & Serve
4

• In a second large bowl, toss arugula and tomatoes with as much dressing as you like. • Spread basil paste on bottom halves of baguettes. Evenly top with fried zucchini and marinara. Close to form sandwiches. • Divide sandwiches and salad between plates. Serve.