Whole30 Crispy Baked Kale Chips
Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly crunchy Whole30 Crispy Baked Kale Chips! Packed with nutrient-dense fresh kale and seasoned simply with extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and a touch of garlic powder, this healthy recipe satisfies cravings without compromising your Whole30 goals. Perfectly baked at a low temperature to achieve that coveted crisp texture, these guilt-free chips make for a flavorful snack or a light side dish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, they're as easy as they are delicious. Serve them fresh out of the oven or store them for up to three days—they’re guaranteed to become a wholesome favorite! Perfect for Whole30, paleo, and clean eating lifestyles, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a crunchy, savory snack alternative.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh kale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the kale thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
Dry the kale completely using a salad spinner or gently pat dry with clean kitchen towels. Ensure that the kale is as dry as possible to achieve crispiness.
Remove the kale leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite-sized pieces. Discard the stems.
Place the kale leaves in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
Using your hands, toss the kale pieces until evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
Arrange the kale pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they do not overlap to allow even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, rotate the baking sheet and gently stir the kale pieces to ensure even baking.
Continue baking for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until the kale chips are crispy and slightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the kale chips cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Serve immediately or store the cooled kale chips in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 512 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 710 mg | 15% | |
*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.
