Let's be honest, we've all been there. You're chopping veggies, and suddenly you're faced with a mountain of carrot tops, seemingly destined for the compost bin. But what if I told you that those discarded greens could become crunchy, flavorful chips? Yeah, you heard me right. Today, I'm going to show you how to transform those usually-ignored carrot tops into a surprisingly addictive snack. It’s easier than you think, and the result is truly satisfying, trust me! This recipe is my secret weapon, it’s so simple and yet so unexpectedly tasty; you'll never look at carrot tops the same way again!
I first discovered this recipe while I was trying to make my garden more sustainable – I started growing my own vegetables and I felt so bad about always throwing the carrot tops away. Then I started to experiment, and – ta-da! These delicious little chips were born! Now, I’m obsessed, and I’m pretty sure you will be too. Prepare to be amazed by how much flavor these seemingly humble carrot tops possess. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique and flavorful snack. They won't believe how tasty these are, and you'll look like a culinary genius!
Required Equipments
- Baking sheet
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowls
- Vegetable peeler
- Measuring cups and spoons
Cumin-Spiced-Carrot-Top-Chips
Transform your carrot tops into amazingly crunchy and flavorful chips with this simple, cumin-spiced recipe. A delicious, sustainable snack that will surprise and delight!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 4 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Make sure your baking sheet is nice and clean. Believe me, a clean sheet will make a world of difference.
- Wash the carrot tops thoroughly. Get rid of any dirt or debris. My garden has been a little buggy lately, so this step is super important for me.
- Use a vegetable peeler to carefully remove the leaves from the carrot tops. You just want the tender green stems. Then, chop them into roughly 1/4-inch thick slices.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the carrot top slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Make sure all the stems are well coated. (Tip: A little olive oil goes a long way!)
- Spread the seasoned carrot top slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Don't overcrowd them, or they'll steam instead of crisp up.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the carrot tops are tender and slightly crispy. Make sure you keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Every oven is a little different, so check it around 10 minutes just in case.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing. Patience young padawan, the crunch will be worth the wait.
- Enjoy your amazingly delicious, healthy, and crunchy carrot top chips!
📝 Notes
- Adjust seasonings to taste. Feel free to experiment with different spices!
- For extra crispy chips, try using a food dehydrator
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 100
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 20mg
