CRISPY OVEN-BAKED BEETROOT CHIPS — HEALTHY, NATURAL, AND DELICIOUSLY CRUNCHY
Enjoy these beautiful and wholesome beetroot chips baked and gently dehydrated in the oven for a crunchy, nutrient-packed snack. Made from thinly sliced, tender beetroot rounds seasoned simply with sea salt, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of the vegetable with minimal effort and no added oils.
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min
🍳 Cook Time: 35–40 min
🍽️ Yields: 1 batch (adjust quantity as desired)
Ingredients
- Fresh round beetroot roots (choose tender, non-fibrous ones)
- Sea salt — to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Beetroot
- Peel the beetroot thoroughly.
- Using a mandoline slicer or similar tool, cut the beetroot into very thin, uniform rounds.
- Arrange the slices on baking trays lined with parchment paper, spacing them out without overlapping.
- Sprinkle generously with sea salt.
2. First Bake
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) with the fan on.
- Place two trays at a time in the oven.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until edges are slightly dried and scalloped, and centers are cooked through but still tender (not raw or hard).
- Remove trays as each batch finishes, transferring chips to a large bowl.
3. Dehydrate for Crispness
- After all batches are baked, arrange the chips again on trays, spaced apart without overlapping (they will have shrunk significantly).
- Lower the oven temperature to 130°C (265°F) with fan.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes to further dehydrate and crisp the chips.
4. Cool and Store
- Remove trays and let chips cool completely on them — this enhances crispness.
- Once cooled, transfer to bowls for immediate consumption or airtight containers for storage.
- If chips soften over time, re-crisp by baking at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
💡 Tips
- Select tender, non-fibrous beetroot for the best texture and flavor.
- Thin, uniform slices ensure even baking and crispiness.
- Spacing slices without overlap prevents steaming and sogginess.
- Cooling on the trays locks in crunchiness.
- Re-baking restores crispness if chips soften during storage.
🎉 Perfect For
- Healthy homemade snacks
- Gluten-free, vegan-friendly treats
- Party appetizers or lunchbox additions
- Nutritious alternatives to potato chips
📝 Final Thoughts
Oven-baked beetroot chips offer a naturally sweet and savory crunch with minimal ingredients and fuss. With their vibrant color and satisfying crispness, they’re a delicious way to enjoy vegetables as a snack or side, fitting perfectly into a health-conscious lifestyle.