Beef Free Cilantro-Lime Garlic Scape Chips
Garlic scapes are one of those farmers' market finds that most people walk past without a second glance, but roasting them transforms these curly green stems into something genuinely addictive. Tossed in coconut oil with bright lime juice, zest, and a warm hit of turmeric and ginger, they caramelize at the edges and develop a savory, slightly crispy bite that's hard to stop eating. The trick is spreading them out on the baking sheet so they roast properly instead of steaming — that little detail makes all the difference between limp and irresistible. A shower of fresh cilantro right out of the oven ties everything together with a pop of herby freshness. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal products, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your snack. These make a fantastic side dish, a party appetizer, or an honest-to-goodness snack straight off the pan.
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4 servings
- 1 lb garlic scapes, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, toss the garlic scape pieces with the melted coconut oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt, turmeric, and ginger until evenly coated.
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