Crispy Zucchini Chips (Printer View)

Thin zucchini slices baked to a crunchy golden crisp with subtle seasoning for a healthy snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Method Steps:

01 - Set the oven to 225°F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Wash and dry the zucchinis, then slice into thin rounds approximately 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline or sharp knife.
03 - Pat the zucchini slices dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
04 - In a mixing bowl, toss zucchini slices with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and optional seasonings until evenly coated.
05 - Place the slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring no overlap.
06 - Bake for 1 hour at 225°F.
07 - Rotate the baking sheets and flip the zucchini chips, then continue baking for an additional 30 to 40 minutes until golden and crisp.
08 - Allow the chips to cool completely on the baking sheets to enhance crispness.
09 - Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They satisfy the salty, crunchy chip craving without any guilt or weird aftertaste.
  • Your oven does almost all the work while you read or do something else entirely.
  • They disappear faster than you'd think, even among people who claim they don't like vegetables.
02 -
  • Moisture is your enemy—I learned this the hard way by rushing the drying step and ending up with chewy chips instead of crispy ones.
  • The chips will seem almost too thin before baking, but that's exactly right; they shrink and concentrate as they dry out.
03 -
  • A mandoline slicer takes the guesswork out of thickness and cuts your prep time in half, though it demands respect near the blade.
  • Grated Parmesan sprinkled on before baking creates crispy, savory pockets that elevate these from simple to something special.
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