Do you crave salty chips? If you’re trying to lose weight or stick with a nutritious diet, chips aren’t exactly the greatest thing to eat. But, there are ways to satisfy your cravings so you can savor that chip-like crunch in a salty, homemade baked chip. Try these healthy chip recipes.
Potato chip food swap
Food swaps are a great way to enjoy the taste of the food you love but know you shouldn’t eat. This is a list of 25 food swaps. If potato chips are your guilty pleasure, these are great chip alternatives. Try these healthy chip recipes. for your next swap.
- Sweet potato chips & guacamole
- Brussel sprout chips
- Prosciutto chips
Sweet Potato Chips & Guacamole Recipe
Sweet Potato Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet potato
- 1 tbsp butter or ghee, melted
- Optional: 1 tsp salt
Guacamole Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 clove of garlic, crushed
- dash of salt
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400-degrees.
- Slice the sweet potato into 1/4 inch rounds and toss with the melted butter.
- Add salt and mix.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Make the guacamole by mashing remaining ingredients in a bowl with a fork.
- Serve and enjoy.
1 Ingredient Prosciutto Chips
This recipe is super easy. All you need is prosciutto ham and an oven.
Ingredients:
- 3 ounces Prosciutto ham
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF/177ºC.
- Line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. Place the Proscuitto slices in a single layer on top, being careful not to overcrowd.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes (thicker slices will take longer), until they get crispy. Make sure they don’t burn.
- Remove from oven and place your chips on a wire rack to cool, whether they will get even crunchier.
- Use these as a salad topper, snacking chip, or tossed with veggies for texture and flavor.
Related link: 25 healthy food swaps you should try
Brussel Sprout Chips
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. (450g) Brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- Pink Himalayan salt
- Freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 cup (25g) Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400º F/200º C.
- Cut stem end from each sprout and remove as many leaves from the sprout as you can.
- Transfer the leaves to a large rimmed baking sheet. Toss with olive oil until each piece is evenly coated on both sides. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts evenly in a single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese or nutritional yeast.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are caramelized and starting to become crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with more Parmesan, if desired. Cool for at least 10 minutes before serving – they will become even crispier.
Preparation is the key to eating healthy on a consistent basis. You need a healthy diet to reach your fitness goals, too.
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