Crispy Rainbow Veggie Chips
Delight in a colorful crunch with these Crispy Rainbow Veggie Chips! Utilizing this season’s bounty of sweet potatoes, earthy beets, starchy white potatoes, and nutritious parsnips or vibrant carrots, this recipe transforms simple vegetables into a tasty, healthy snack. Slice them into paper-thin rounds, drench in a savory blend of Parmesan and spices, and bake until golden and crispy. Perfect as a side dish, an afterschool treat, or just a guilt-free snack to satisfy those crunchy cravings. Each serving consists of 20 delectable chips, making it a fantastic shareable treat for family and friends. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces for an extra punch of flavor!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweet potato
1 medium (12 oz) (peeled and sliced)
Beet
1 (8 oz) (peeled and sliced)
White potato
1 medium (5 oz) (peeled and sliced)
Parsnip or carrot
1 large (6 oz) (peeled and sliced)
Canola oil
2 tablespoons (for tossing vegetables)
Grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons (for seasoning)
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
Garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
Dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
Ground black pepper
1 pinch (for seasoning)
Dipping sauces
optional (such as ketchup, light ranch dressing, or light sour cream)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Peel the sweet potato, beet, white potato, and either the parsnip or carrot. Using a sharp chef’s knife or a mandoline slicer, cut each vegetable into thin, even rounds about 1/8-inch thick. Place all sliced vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
3
Drizzle the canola oil over the sliced vegetables and gently toss them to ensure they are evenly coated.
4
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper for easier clean-up after baking. Spread the vegetable slices in a single layer on the prepared sheets, ensuring they do not overlap.
5
In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, and black pepper. Evenly sprinkle this mixture over the vegetable slices, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
6
Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven. Bake the veggie chips for about 25 minutes or until they are crispy and lightly golden brown. For optimal results, rotate the baking sheets halfway through the baking time to promote even cooking.
7
Once baked, let the veggie chips cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a serving dish. Serve warm or at room temperature with your choice of ketchup, light ranch dressing, or light sour cream for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Rainbow Veggie Chips?
They are a colorful and healthy snack made from sliced root vegetables like sweet potatoes, beets, white potatoes, and parsnips or carrots, baked until crispy and seasoned with Parmesan and spices.
What vegetables do I need for this recipe?
The recipe requires one medium sweet potato, one beet, one medium white potato, and one large parsnip or carrot.
At what temperature should the oven be set?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking the veggie chips.
How thick should I slice the vegetables?
Vegetables should be sliced into thin, even rounds approximately 1/8-inch thick using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.
Do the vegetables need to be peeled?
Yes, the sweet potato, beet, white potato, and parsnip or carrot should all be peeled before slicing.
What type of oil is used in this recipe?
Two tablespoons of canola oil are used to drizzle over and coat the vegetable slices.
How do I prevent the chips from sticking to the pan?
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper for easier clean-up and to prevent sticking.
What ingredients are in the seasoning mix?
The seasoning mix includes grated Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, and ground black pepper.
How long should the chips bake?
Bake the chips for about 25 minutes or until they are crispy and lightly golden brown.
Should I rotate the baking sheets during cooking?
Yes, for optimal results, rotate the baking sheets halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.
How should I arrange the vegetable slices on the tray?
Spread the slices in a single layer on the prepared sheets, ensuring they do not overlap.
What are some recommended dipping sauces?
You can serve the chips with ketchup, light ranch dressing, or light sour cream.
How many chips are in a single serving?
Each serving consists of 20 delectable veggie chips.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, these chips are described as a nutritious, guilt-free snack that utilizes a bounty of seasonal vegetables.
Can I use carrots if I don't have parsnips?
Yes, the recipe allows for either one large parsnip or one large carrot.
How much Parmesan cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese for seasoning.
Should the chips be served hot or cold?
They can be served warm or at room temperature after cooling on the baking sheets for a few minutes.
Is this snack suitable for children?
Yes, these veggie chips are mentioned as being a fantastic afterschool treat and kid-friendly.
What amount of kosher salt is used?
One teaspoon of kosher salt is used in the seasoning mixture.
How much garlic powder is used?
The seasoning includes 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Does the recipe use dried herbs?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano is used for seasoning.
How do I toss the vegetables with oil?
Place all sliced vegetables in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with canola oil, and gently toss to ensure they are evenly coated.
What is the weight of the sweet potato used?
The recipe calls for one medium sweet potato weighing approximately 12 ounces.
What is the weight of the white potato used?
The recipe specifies one medium white potato weighing approximately 5 ounces.
What is the weight of the beet used?
One beet weighing approximately 8 ounces is used for this recipe.
Can I use a mandoline slicer?
Yes, using a mandoline slicer is recommended for achieving thin, even rounds.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the tags indicate that this recipe is gluten-free.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients total, including the optional dipping sauces.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a snack, side dish, and a healthy, kid-friendly vegetable dish.
What is the weight of the parsnip or carrot used?
The recipe requires one large parsnip or carrot weighing approximately 6 ounces.