With options for enjoying avocado being seemingly endless, we’ve found a way to turn them into a delicious and feel-good snack. Enter: Avocado chips, which are salty and crunchy crisps that contain very few carbohydrates. So, whether you’re on a keto diet or just want a lighter version of this classic snack, these chips are perfect for you. They’re also easy to prepare from scratch using 4 ingredients and crisp up nicely in the oven without tons of oil needed. Keep reading for tips on bake this superfood snack in 20 minutes.
The ingredients in avocado chips
Making avocado chips involves blending the fruit with Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and fresh lemon or lime juice. Once a creamy mixture forms, it’s scooped onto a sheet tray and baked until each portion resembles a crispy round disk. What you end up with is a batch of crunchy and salty chips that are perfect to snack on, especially if you’re on a keto diet.
What makes avocado chips keto-friendly
Avocados not only provide the base for these chips, but they’re also the source of their nutritional benefits. “In general, avocados are a must-have in the ketogenic diet because they contain very little carbohydrates thanks to their high fiber content,” registered dietitian Juliana Tamayo, RD, MS, CNSC, explains. “On average, one avocado has 13 grams of carbohydrates but about 10 grams of dietary fiber, which means only about 3 grams or less are actual grams of carbohydrates.” Research suggests that consuming low-carb keto foods like avocados boosts healthy gut bacteria, resulting in weight loss and a lowered risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes.
Additionally, a whole (150-gram) avocado contains 240 calories and 22 grams of fat — which is mostly cholesterol-lowering monounsaturated fat. Getting all of these health benefits couldn’t be simpler than making avocado chips. They’ll satisfy your snack cravings like potato chips with the added perk of helping you stick to your long-term health goals!
The key to perfectly cooked avocado chips
While prepping these chips is hassle-free, you don’t want to skip a key step: ripening the avocado. If the avocado isn’t ripe, it’s tricky to mash and blend…