Spicy Kale Chips
Enjoy crunchy and spicy kale chips in under 30 minutes. With minimal effort and ingredients, this easy recipe makes a perfect savory snack.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 90kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lbs curly kale cleaned and dried
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil (See Notes. 1)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste(See Notes. 2)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (added after baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Remove thick stems and tear leaves into large pieces.
- Make sure the kale are dried thoughly, you can use salad spinner and p
- Place kale in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, cayenne, smoked paprika, and lime zest.
- Gently massage until evenly coated.
- Spread kale in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until they turn crispy, flipping once halfway.
- Just before serving, drizzle with lime juice and enjoy!!
Notes
- Feel free to substitute olive oil with avocado or coconut oil.
- Adjust spice level to your taste: you can skip cayenne for mild, use ¼ teaspoon for medium, one teaspoon for hot, or add chipotle for smoky heat.
- For the best results, always dry the kale completely, remove tough stems, and massage the leaves with oil and spices. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Store in a loosely covered airtight container at room temperature. If chips soften, reheat at 300°F for 3 minutes. This is not a refrigerator or freezer-friendly recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 351mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11506IU | Vitamin C: 107mg | Calcium: 290mg | Iron: 2mg
