Low Sugar Cilantro-Lime Beet Chips
Crunchy, vibrant, and packed with bold flavor, these oven-baked beet chips are the kind of snack that makes you forget store-bought options ever existed. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — fresh beets, coconut oil, lime, and a handful of cilantro — with zero sweeteners or hidden additives sneaking into the mix. That matters more than you'd think, because a lot of packaged veggie chips are loaded with added sugars that have no business being in a savory snack. The low-and-slow bake at 300°F is the real secret, drawing out moisture gradually so each slice turns genuinely crisp rather than chewy or burnt. A mandoline makes quick work of getting those paper-thin, uniform rounds that bake evenly and shatter satisfyingly when you bite into them. The lime zest and juice bring a bright, citrusy punch, while the ground ginger adds just enough warmth to make the flavor feel layered and intentional. Fresh cilantro scattered on at the very end keeps it herbaceous and lively — this is snacking that actually feels like a treat.
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4 servings
- 1 lb medium beets (about 3–4 beets), scrubbed and peeled
- 1 ½ tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Using a mandoline or a very sharp knife, slice the beets into rounds 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick — aim for uniform thickness so the chips bake evenly.
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