Xanthan Gum 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, almost sweet garlic flavor that roasts up beautifully — tender in the middle, a little crispy at the edges, and completely addictive. Tossed in coconut oil with lime juice, zest, turmeric, and ginger before hitting a hot oven, they pick up a golden, fragrant crust that makes them feel far more exciting than your average snack. The fresh cilantro gets scattered on right out of the oven, so it wilts just slightly and perfumes every single piece. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of thickeners or binders, so there's no label-reading anxiety — just real, whole food doing all the work. These are fantastic on their own as a snack, but they also make a killer topping for rice bowls or grain salads if you want to stretch them further.
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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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