Crunchy Kale Delight: Oven-Baked Kale Chips

Looking for a healthy snack that's both delicious and easy to make? Try baked kale chips! With just a few simple ingredients and a quick trip to the oven, you'll have a crispy, crunchy, and nutritious treat that's perfect for any time of day.

Kale is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and has been linked to several health benefits including improved heart health and reduced inflammation.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups kale leaves, torn into pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt (khada namak)

Cooking Time:

25 mins

Method:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and mix very well using your hands.
2. Place them on a baking tray lined with butter paper. Make sure you place them in such a way that they do not touch each other.
3. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°c (360°f) for 7 minutes. Turn each kale piece over and bake again for 5 minutes.
4. Cool completely and serve.

Tips/Precautions

• Before baking them, make sure you tear the stems, wash the leaves and dry them completely. Even little water can “steam” the chips and lead to soggy kale chips!
• Perk them up by adding garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper to them before baking.
• Baking temperature: 180°C (360°F)

Health Benefits:

Packed with vitamin C, iron, fibre, calcium,