Carrot chips are an easy and healthy way to satisfy snack cravings. They make a delicious addition to any diet, especially Paleo, Whole30, and clean eating.
The best part is that they’re also incredibly low calorie, which makes them the perfect guilt-free snack. You can enjoy them on their own or with your favorite dips!
These carrot chips are a healthy and low-calorie alternative to potato chips and french fries. They’re gluten free, vegetarian, and a great source of fiber and vitamins.
To make these delicious chips, you’ll need:
Carrots
You’ll need a vegetable peeler or mandoline slicer to cut the carrots into thin strips. A vegetable peeler will help you get a smooth and uniform chip, while a mandoline slicer will help you create thin slices that stay crisp while cooking.
Tossing the carrots with olive oil before laying them on a baking sheet is crucial for making these chips crisp and not soggy. Using olive oil helps the seasonings to stick better, and it also ensures the chips cook evenly.
Trim the tops of the carrots to remove the tough skin. Once you’ve removed the skin, halve each carrot lengthwise, and start slicing them paper-thin on the bias. You can do this with a knife, but it’s much easier with a mandoline slicer.
Lay the carrot strips on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, making sure they’re not overcrowding. Place in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges begin to curl up and turn crisp. Flip all the chips over and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes.
Keep an eye on the chips during this time. If they start to burn too quickly, remove them from the oven and stir them around so they can cook evenly.
Then, swap the baking pans from the top to bottom rack and continue cooking for 6 more minutes. Once they’re crisp and golden brown, transfer the chips to a serving dish or bowl and serve with your favorite dipping sauces!
These carrot chips are incredibly easy to make and can be seasoned in so many ways. The kids will love them, and they’ll also help your family add more vegetables to their diet!
They’re a delicious and healthy snack option that can be made in the microwave or in the oven. You can also try adding a bit of curry powder or a sprinkle of cayenne for a little extra kick.
For an added savory touch, you can also bake them in the air fryer. This will help the chips crisp up while saving you a ton of fat and calories, which can be hard to avoid if you’re trying to lose weight!
The best part about these chips is that you can season them to taste and customize them for any diet. They’re a great substitute for potato chips and french fries, and they can even be eaten as a protein-rich meal replacement.