Description
These Crispy Carrot Chips are a delicious and healthy snack made with thinly sliced carrots baked over a bed of shredded parmesan cheese, seasoned with olive oil, salt, paprika, and onion powder to create a crunchy, flavorful treat perfect for snacking or pairing with dips like lazy tzatziki.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 7 oz shredded parmesan cheese
- 3 large carrots, peeled
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
Serve With
- Lazy Tzatziki dip (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400℉ and line a 12×17 inch rimmed baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Cheese Layer: Evenly spread the shredded parmesan cheese across the parchment-lined baking tray to create a uniform cheese layer that will crisp during baking.
- Slice the Carrots: Peel the carrots and slice them into medium thickness coins, ensuring they are not too thick or too thin for optimal crispiness. Arrange the slices on top of the parmesan layer, slightly touching but not overlapping excessively.
- Season and Oil: Lightly brush the tops of the carrot slices with olive oil, then season with salt, paprika, and onion powder according to your taste preferences.
- Bake the Chips: Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the edges of the carrot chips turn mostly brown and the middle appears golden brown, indicating crispiness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the chips to cool for a few minutes on the tray. Once cooled, tear the parmesan into chip-sized pieces along with the carrots and serve immediately, optionally with a dip like lazy tzatziki mixed with a bit of Sriracha for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure carrot slices are uniform in thickness for even cooking and crispiness.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Lazy Tzatziki dip with a touch of Sriracha complements these chips perfectly.
- Adjust seasoning quantities based on your taste preferences, especially the spices.
- These chips are best eaten fresh to retain crisp texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
