Crispy Kale Chips for Kids (Easy Baked Veggie Snack)
These crispy kale chips are a simple, kid-friendly way to offer leafy greens in a fun form. Seasoned with nutritional yeast, tamari, and hemp hearts, they have a light, savoury flavour and crisp texture. Easy to make and perfect as a snack or side.
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Servings: 5
Calories: 175kcal
Equipment
- 1 Large baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 bunch kale washed, stems removed, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil, split up
- ¼ cup + 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp tamari
- 2 tablespoon hemp hearts
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet (possibly 2) with parchment paper.
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Remove the thick stems and tear into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, add the kale and 2 tbsps of the avocado oil. Massage the oil into the leaves until evenly coated and slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, combine the nutritional yeast, remaining avocado oil, tamari, hemp hearts, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Pour the seasoning mixture over the kale and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Arrange the kale in a single layer on the baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding — use two trays if needed.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly browned and crisp.
- Let cool for a few minutes, they will continue to crisp up as they sit. Serve and enjoy!
Be sure to thoroughly dry the kale!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 2628IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 2mg