Chili Lime Kale Chips Raw Vegan Oil-Free
Chili Lime Kale Chips are raw, vegan, sweet, oil-free, and totally delicious. Nutrient-dense kale gets a dash of spice and sweetness for a tasty treat.
Equipment
- dehydrator
Ingredients
- 1 lb kale $3.98
- 3 tbsp lime juice $.33
- 2 tbsp maple syrup $.50
- 1 tsp chipotle powder $.10
- 1 tsp garlic powder $.05
- 1 tsp onion powder $.05
- pinch red pepper flakes
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Wash kale and remove the thickest stems. Leave larger pieces intact when possible. Place in a large bowl.
- In a small dish, mix together the lime juice and maple syrup.
- Pour the lime juice and maple syrup over the kale and toss to coat.
- Spread out on lined dehydrator sheets or baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle evenly with the spices and a bit of salt.
- If using a dehydrator, dry at about 118 degrees F for 8-10 hours, or until crispy.
- Alternatively, dry in an oven set at 170 degrees F with the door slightly ajar for 8-10 hours, or until crispy.
- Gently remove from dehydrator trays or parchment. They will be brittle. Store any leftovers in a dry, air-tight container.