Raw Vegan Kale Chips
Crunchy, savory, and packed with plant-based goodness, these Raw Vegan Kale Chips are the ultimate guilt-free snack you can feel good about. Made with fresh, nutrient-rich curly kale and a creamy, umami-packed cashew sauce flavored with nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, and a hint of zesty lemon, these chips achieve the perfect balance of flavor and texture. The recipe keeps things raw yet satisfying by utilizing a dehydrator at a low temperature, preserving the kale's nutrients while creating a delightfully crispy treat. Whether you're seeking a wholesome snack or a healthy addition to your meal prep routine, these kale chips are as delicious as they are easy to make. Plus, they're gluten-free, dairy-free, and entirely vegan, making them a crave-worthy choice for just about everyone!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Fresh curly kale
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Wash the kale thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Remove the stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Soak the raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours, then drain and rinse them.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, water, garlic cloves, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting the water if necessary to achieve a thick but spreadable consistency.
Place the kale pieces in a large mixing bowl and pour the cashew sauce over them. Massage the sauce into the kale leaves until they are fully coated.
Arrange the coated kale pieces in a single layer on dehydrator trays, making sure they do not overlap to ensure even drying.
Dehydrate at 115°F (46°C) for 6-8 hours, or until the kale chips are completely dry and crispy. Check occasionally to ensure they do not burn.
Once dried, remove the kale chips from the dehydrator and allow them to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1268 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2023 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
