Crispy Kale Snack. Finally, a Guilt-Free Snack! One of the best simple snacks. This savory snack is quick, easy, and tasty.
I love this baked kale recipe because it’s just so easy to make, guilt-free, and nutritious. Making baked kale chips is super easy, and it is perfect when you just need something savory, without all the carbohydrates and the packaging.
This homemade kale chips recipe is also very versatile as you just need to mix the two ingredients it has, and you can take it elsewhere. You are just changing the seasonings for your new guilt-free snacks.
If you are looking for a simple sweet snack, look at our no-bake fig bars and delicious power balls.
We also love kale in many ways, as we do on this sage and kale pesto topping for roasted veggies like cauliflower steaks or a simple vegan kale salad with balsamic dressing.
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🧾 Ingredients
- Kale
- Avocado oil
- Sesame seeds
- Salt
Optional: garlic powder
See quantities and complete instructions in the recipe card.
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200°C).
- Rip the kale leaves from their stems and put them in a bowl.
- Massage it with your hands for a couple of seconds and add all the ingredients.
- Spread the mix on a large baking tray.
- Roast it for 5-7 mins.
- Toss it and roast for another 7 mins.
📖 Variations
Seasoning variants ideas: garlic or onion powder.
🧐 Why is it guilt-free?
Kale has become very popular not only amongst the vegetarian and vegan communities but almost in every restaurant menu. Why?
It is very simple: Kale is among the most nutrient-dense foods on Earth.
For those of you wondering what does nutrient-dense means? According to Cancer.gov, Nutrient-dense food is defined as food that is high in nutrients but relatively low in calories. Nutrient-dense foods contain vitamins, minerals, complex carbohydrates, lean protein, and healthy fats.
✅ 10 Benefits of kale
- Kale Is One of The World’s Best Sources of Vitamin K, which is critical for blood clotting and bone building. A single raw cup of Kale contains almost 7 times the recommended daily amount.
- It can help lower cholesterol.
- It Is an excellent Vitamin C source, one of the greatest antioxidants.
- Kale might be able to aid weight loss.
- It has a vast number of cancer-fighting substances.
- Kale has powerful nutrients that aid eyes’ protection.
- It is an excellent source of minerals.
- Kale has a lot of beta-carotene, which is great for eyes and skin health.
- It has tons of powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants help counteract oxidative damage by free radicals in our bodies.
- As said before, Kale is among the most nutrient-dense foods on Earth.
Curious about all the health benefits of Kale?
🥬 Important note on kale
As you know, vegetables that are not Organic, often contain residues of pesticides that are not good for our health. Every year, depending on your country, there is a published list called the dirty dozen, containing the vegetables and fruits found to have the highest rates of pesticide residues.
Kale consistently ranks on the US Ranking amongst the Top 5 head to head with Strawberries and Spinach.
So I strongly recommend you to take a look at your country's Dirty Dozen and go for Organic on the members of that list, or wash them with extra care.
❓ FAQ
Cooked kale can last up to around 3-4 days if stored correctly. To make cooked kale last longer, it's important to store it with as much air out of the container as possible. If you are storing your cooked kale in a plastic or glass container, make sure to release excess air by sealing only part of the lid and leaving some space between the lid and the food.
You should also keep your cooked kale refrigerated and eat within 3-4 days so that it stays fresh and doesn't spoil quickly. It's also helpful to store portions rather than a large dish of cooked kale so that you can easily grab individual portions instead of having one big bowl sitting in the fridge for too long. By following these tips, you'll be able to ensure that your cooked kale lasts up to 3-4 days after being prepared!
📚 More Nutritious Savory Snacks
If you want an easy-to-make and sweet snack, try out our candied walnuts, they are perfect when you are on the go or even as a small present.
Learn how to use kale in this delicious authentic Italian Ribollita soup, made with kale, leafy greens, and white beans, making a full meal.
⭐ If you try this recipe, let us know! 💬 Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag us @ourplantbasedworld on Instagram. Cheers!
📋 Recipe
Crispy Kale Snack
Equipment
Ingredients
- 14 ounces kale fresh
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil or sesame or peanut oil
Optional:
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder onion powder or your favorite spice
- sea salt to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200°C).
- Rip the kale leaves from their stems and put them in a bowl.14 ounces kale
- Massage it with your hands for a couple of seconds and add all the ingredients.14 ounces kale, 1 teaspoon avocado oil, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, sea salt
- Spread the mix on a large baking tray.
- Roast it for 5-7 mins.
- Toss it and roast for another 7 mins.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
🌡️ Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Heather Perine says
I love crispy kale snack and always buy some at the store, I'm so excited to now be able to make it myself at home!
Mindee Taylor says
Loved being able to make these at home instead of buying them! Also had never had sesame seeds on my kale chips. They were a delicious addition!
maryanne says
This is such an easy and tasty recipe for kale chips! I often add a few spoonfuls of nutritional yeast to mine as well - so good!
Gina says
Kale chips are the best for their crunchy texture. Love that I can literally eat an entire head worth of kale without any guilt!
Gus says
that's so true! As a bonus kale has a lot of fiber and nutrients that make it a no-brainer!
sue says
Great post, and I didn't know that about buying organic kale, thanks. These look crispy and delicious enough to tempt me away from my favorite bowl of chips 🙂
Gus says
you are welcome Sue!
sonia says
This baked cabbage recipe is very simple and delicious!
Natalie says
One of my fav snacks. Looks amazing. I will give your recipe a try next time I'm filling my snack jar.
Mandy Applegate says
I love crispy kale and you made it so easy!
Danielle Wolter says
What a great recipe! I love finding healthy snacks and these acme out so yummy!
Jyoti Behrani says
Love this recipe! I made this last night and they were delicious. Never buying store bought chips again. Thanks for such an easy and tasty recipe!