Carrageenan Free Cilantro-Lime Garlic Scape Chips
Garlic scapes are one of those farmers' market finds that most people walk right past, and that is genuinely a shame. These curly, bright green shoots carry a mellow, slightly sweet garlic flavor that transforms beautifully in a hot oven — crisping at the edges while staying just tender in the center. Tossed in coconut oil with lime juice, zest, turmeric, and ginger, they pick up a bold, citrusy warmth that makes them nearly impossible to stop eating. The fresh cilantro scattered on at the very end adds a burst of herby brightness that ties everything together. Many packaged snacks and flavored chips rely on additives and thickeners that can be hard to avoid, so roasting your own from scratch with whole, recognizable ingredients is a genuinely satisfying workaround. The ingredient list here is clean and straightforward — nothing processed, nothing hidden — which makes this a snack you can feel good about serving to anyone at the table. Bring these out as an appetizer, a side, or an afternoon snack and watch them disappear fast.
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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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