Crunchy Keto Chips: Cucumber As A Creative Snack

Cucumber chips are a great, healthy snack option for those on a keto diet. They are easy to make and can be seasoned in a variety of ways. The key to getting them crispy is to slice the cucumbers thinly and evenly, and to dry them thoroughly before baking. You can use a dehydrator or an oven to make cucumber chips, but be aware that they will take longer in a dehydrator.

Cucumber chip prep: Slice cucumbers thinly, toss in oil/vinegar, and dry with a paper towel

Cucumber Chip Prep

Ingredients

To make cucumber chips, you'll need:

• Cucumbers
• Oil (olive oil, avocado oil)
• Vinegar (apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, cider vinegar, white balsamic vinegar)
• Paper towels
• Salt (optional)
• Other seasonings (optional)

Slicing

Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, slice the cucumbers as thinly and uniformly as possible. The thinner the slices, the crispier the chips will be.

Drying

Pat the cucumber slices dry with paper towels. The drier the slices are, the crispier the chips will be.

Seasoning (optional)

Place the dried cucumber slices in a large bowl and toss with oil and vinegar. You can also add salt and other seasonings of your choice.

Oven-bake: Place slices on a parchment-lined tray and bake at 175°F for 3-4 hours

To make keto-friendly cucumber chips in the oven, first slice your cucumbers thinly and evenly. A mandoline can help you achieve this. Next, dry the cucumber slices with a paper towel. Then, in a large bowl, toss the slices with olive oil, vinegar, and salt. Place the slices on a parchment-lined baking tray and dry them in the oven at 175°F for 3-4 hours or until they are crispy.

Let the cucumber chips cool before serving. You can store them in a sealed container at room temperature, just like potato chips.

Dehydrator: Place slices on trays and dry at 135°F for 10-12 hours

Using a dehydrator to make cucumber chips is a great way to get that crispy texture without the risk of burning. Here's a detailed guide on how to do it:

Firstly, you'll want to slice your cucumbers. Aim for a thin, consistent thickness so that your chips dry evenly. A mandolin slicer is a great tool for this, but a sharp knife will also do the trick. Just be careful with those fingers!

Once you've sliced your cucumbers, give them a good pat down with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This step is important to ensure your chips get nice and crispy. Place the dried cucumber slices into a bowl and add your desired seasonings and/or oil. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly to combine.

Now it's time to arrange your cucumber slices on the dehydrator trays. Place them close together but not touching, and make sure they're in a single layer. Set your dehydrator to 135°F and let them dry for 10-12 hours, or until they reach your desired level of crispiness. Start checking on them after about 10 hours to avoid over-drying.

And that's it! Once they're done, let the cucumber chips cool before serving or storing. You can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature, just like regular chips. Enjoy your healthy, homemade snack!

Seasoning options: Salt and vinegar, salt and pepper, ranch, sour cream and onion, BBQ

Salt and Vinegar

Slice your cucumbers thinly and dry them with a paper towel. Place the cucumber slices in a large bowl and toss them with oil, vinegar, and salt. You can also add some olive oil to make the cucumbers crisp up and crunchier.

Salt and Pepper

Slice the cucumbers and dry them with a paper towel. Place the cucumber slices in a large bowl and toss them with oil, salt, and pepper.

Ranch

For this seasoning, you can make your own homemade keto ranch seasoning. You will need dried parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, dried dill, dried chives, sea salt flakes, and pepper. Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl. You can also use a Thermomix or Magimix to mix the ingredients.

Sour Cream and Onion

For this seasoning, you will need extra virgin olive oil, buttermilk powder or nonfat dry milk powder, onion powder, dried minced onion, garlic powder, dried dill weed, coarse sea salt, and a sweetener. Whisk all the ingredients in a bowl and toss the cucumber slices in the mixture.

BBQ

This seasoning is a combination of sweetener and spices. You will need granulated erythritol sweetener, smoked paprika, ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, ground allspice, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Combine all the spices in a small bowl and store them in an airtight container.

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature

Storing your cucumber chips is simple. Just place them in an airtight container at room temperature. You don't need to refrigerate them. They will keep for several days, but they are best enjoyed fresh.

If you want to store them for longer, you can keep them in the fridge. They should last for a few weeks.

For longer-term storage, you can vacuum seal the cucumber chips and keep them in bags in your pantry.

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