Xanthan Gum Free Cilantro-Lime Beet Chips
Earthy, tangy, and just a little bit addictive, these baked beet chips are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Fresh beets are sliced paper-thin, tossed in melted coconut oil with lime zest, lime juice, and a hint of ground ginger, then slow-baked at a low temperature until they turn delightfully crisp. A shower of fresh cilantro right before serving adds a bright, herby finish that makes each chip feel almost restaurant-worthy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gummy additives and binders — no thickeners, no fillers, just real food doing its thing. That makes this a genuinely clean snack option for anyone navigating ingredient labels with a careful eye. The low-and-slow oven method is the real secret: patience during those final minutes is what separates a perfectly crispy chip from a chewy disappointment. Serve them the moment they cool and you'll understand why homemade always wins.
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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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