Making low carb Kale Chips in the oven is so easy and inexpensive! They make a great salty, crunchy snack and they are vegan and gluten free.
My son works in a grocery store and one of the things he loves to do is to show me new products when I come into the store. Recently when I was in the store, he showed me Kale Chips and wanted me to buy a bag.
Even with my discount for being a family member, that little bag of Kale chips would have cost over 7 dollars!
So not that I want to argue with a 16 year old who wants to eat Kale, but I said no way, I will make you Kale Chips in the oven! And not only that, it will be the equivalent of 5 or 6 bags of Kale Chips for under 2 dollars!
My garden is bursting with Kale of several varieties and I have everything else I need in the pantry for this kale chip recipe.
Plus if my teenager wants to eat Kale, I’m all for it. The health benefits are endless, check out more about the health benefits of Kale here.
Parchment paperfor baking the kale chips, vital to keep the kale pieces from sticking and burning.
Cookie Sheets
Note:Nutritional Yeast is a non-active yeast that is high in fibre, protein and Vitamin B12. For vegetarians (which my son is) this may be their only source of B12.
This is why I keep it around the house and use it for things like this. It is very tasty and versatile. For us Keto types, 1 tbsp of Nutritional Yeast has 1 net Carb, 1 g fat and 3 g Protein.
Instructions for Baked Kale Chips Recipe :
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Prepare cookie sheets with a layer of parchment paper.
Break off the large stems and wash kale well in the sink. Pat dry with a towel.
Once the kale is dry, use kitchen scissors to snip out any remaining spine. The spines can get very tough when baked. Place the kale leaves in a large bowl.
For the kale chips seasoning, toss the kale with the olive oil, nutritional yeast and salt until all leaves are coated.
Lay the Kale on the prepared cookie sheets in a single layer.
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the kale leaves are completely dry and crunchy!
NOTE: Keep a close eye on the kale chips because some varieties of Kale are very thin and could burn fast!
Variation: One of my kids really likes this variation. For the kale chips seasoning, instead of the nutritional yeast, thin 2 tbsp almond butter with the 2 tbsp olive oil and toss the Kale leaves in that mixture. Strangely addictive!
What could be faster and easier than making these low carb Kale Chips in the oven?
Well, I would say my son polished these things off faster than I made them. And now that he saw how easy they are, I’m sure he will be making them as well.
I hope you enjoy these Kale Chips as much as my son did!
These Kale chips are a family favorite and so easy to make. Even the veggie haters in my family will gobble these up! Cheesy healthy vegan and gluten free keto snack food!
Ingredients
• Kale (1 bunch)
• Olive oil (2 tbsp)
• Sea salt (to taste)
• Nutritional yeast (1/4 cup) - this is the secret ingredient for delicious kale chips seasoning!
• Parchment paper for baking the kale chips, vital to keep the kale pieces from sticking and burning.
• Cookie Sheets
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.Prepare cookie sheets with a layer of parchment paper.
Break off the large stems and wash kale well in the sink.Pat dry with a towel.
Once the kale is dry, use kitchen scissors to snip out any remaining spine.The spines can get very tough when baked.
Place the kale leaves in a large bowl.
For the kale chips seasoning, toss the kale with the olive oil, nutritional yeast and salt until all leaves are coated.
Lay the Kale on the prepared cookie sheets in a single layer.
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the kale leaves are completely dry and crunchy!
Notes
IMPORTANT!! Keep a close eye on the kale chips because some varieties of Kale are very thin and could burn fast!
Variation:One of my kids really likes this variation.For the kale chips seasoning, instead of the nutritional yeast, thin 2 tbsp almond butter with the 2 tbsp olive oil and toss the Kale leaves in that mixture.Strangely addictive!
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar.
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Carbs. There are 140 calories and 7 grams of carbohydrates in a single 1-ounce bag of kale chips, per USDA data. This serving contains about 3 grams of fiber and 1 gram of sugar. The rest of the carbohydrate in kale chips is starch.
If you or anyone you know is struggling, try incorporating our flavorful kale chips as a healthy snack alternative! Val's Kale Chips are raw, gluten free, soy free, oil free and that makes them guilt free!
How to Store Kale Chips. Though best served fresh, they can also be saved for later! To keep them crispy, it is important to let them cool completely. Once cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
Green beans, cauliflower, and kale are all low in net carbs but high in nutrients, making them three great veggies to add to your keto meal plan. Few diets have gained as much popularity in recent years as the ketogenic diet.
A Quick Review. You do not have to limit vegetables if you are on the keto diet or are considering it. Plenty of low-carb vegetable options include arugula, asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes.
While kale chips may seem like a healthier option, some commercial brands can be crammed with sodium, sugar, and artificial flavors. This is the kind of processed food that can lead to a higher risk for high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and other cardiac issues.
Which Brand of Chips Are Gluten-Free? The majority of tortillas and potato chips are gluten-free. You can eat Kettle brand potato chips, Lay's, Ruffles, Late July, and Cape Cod potato chips if you follow a gluten-free diet, among many more brands.
Unless they have gluten-containing additives, most corn chips, corn tortilla chips, potato chips, and veggie chips typically gluten-free since their main ingredients don't have gluten. Remember that if you have a gluten-related disorder, you'll still want to look for a gluten-free certification.
Kale crunch salad: Everything in this salad (including toppings) is gluten-free! Greek yogurt parfait: The berries and yogurt are gluten-free. The granola doesn't have any gluten-containing ingredients. But since it isn't made with gluten-free oats, there is a risk of cross-contamination.
And unlike potato chips, kale retains its nutritional value when made into chips. Kale is high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamin A and calcium, as well as B vitamins, vitamin C and potassium. It's fat- and sodium-free, and the minuscule amounts of olive oil and salt used in my recipe barely bump up those amounts.
Usually soggy kale chips happen because of too much moisture. If you washed your kale right before making this recipe but didn't fully dry the leaves it can cause the chips to come out soggy when you bake them. Next time, make sure you pat the leaves dry with a paper towel or run them through a salad spinner.
The ketogenic diet typically reduces total carbohydrate intake to less than 50 grams a day—less than the amount found in a medium plain bagel—and can be as low as 20 grams a day. Generally, popular ketogenic resources suggest an average of 70-80% fat from total daily calories, 5-10% carbohydrate, and 10-20% protein.
- Starchy Vegetables: Potatoes, peas, sweet potatoes, yams, corn, cassava, artichoke, etc. - Refined Carbs: Bread, pasta, pastries, tortilla, sandwich, etc. Due to the high-carb content of these food items, they are not keto-friendly.
Keto-friendly fruits include avocados, watermelon, strawberries, lemons, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, cantaloupe, star fruit, and blackberries. If you're unsure whether the keto diet is right for you or how it may affect your health, consider speaking with a dietitian or your healthcare provider.
What are the lowest-carb vegetables? Some vegetables with the lowest amount of carbohydrates include mushrooms, zucchini, cauliflower, lettuce, kale, and cucumbers.
Kale chips are a low energy density food, meaning that you can eat a lot of them without adding many calories to your diet (Mayo Clinic, 2014). This makes them the perfect weight loss food, as they give you an energy boost without promoting weight gain.
They have only 2 grams of net carbs per serving, and 8 grams of protein per serving, so if you're on a low-carb diet or the keto diet, these would be great tortilla chip alternatives.
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