Avocado chips are a crispy snack that is well suited to the ketogenic diet. It’s also gluten-free and egg free too. These chips are a great alternative to traditional potato chips for those who want to reduce their carb intake while satisfying the craving for something crunchy and delicious.
Ketogenic avocado chips; is a low-carb, high-fat snack made from avocados that have been mashed, seasoned, and then baked until crispy. It is popular among those following the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat eating plan that aims to create a state of ketosis.
Avocado on Ketogenic Diet
Avocados are an excellent for low-carb diets due to their nutrients and high fat content. As for why avocado is so popular in low-carb diets like keto;
- Rich in Healthy Fats: Avocado contributes to improving heart health and reducing inflammation. It is rich in monounsaturated fats, especially oleic acid. These healthy fats are essential on the ketogenic diet. Because they provide a ready source of energy for the body when carbohydrates are restricted.
- Low in Carbohydrates: Avocados have a relatively low carbohydrate content compared to other fruits. It contains mostly fiber. For this reason, the net carbohydrate rate is low. This means that digestible carbohydrates are minimal. In this regard, avocados are a great option for adding creaminess and flavor to meals. And it’s not affecting blood sugar levels much.
- High in Fiber: Although its net carbohydrate content is low, avocado is rich in dietary fiber. Dietary fiber is essential for digestive health and makes you feel full. Its fiber content also slows down the digestion of carbohydrates. Thus, it helps balance blood sugar levels and prevent spikes and drops.
- Rich in Micronutrients: Avocados are full of essential vitamins and minerals, including potassium, magnesium, vitamin K, vitamin E and several B vitamins. These nutrients play vital roles in metabolism, energy production, immune function and overall health. Maintaining adequate levels of these micronutrients is especially important when following a restrictive diet such as keto.
- Antioxidant Properties: Avocado contains antioxidants such as lutein, zeaxanthin and vitamin E, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. These compounds have anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain types of cancer.
In summary, avocado is a beneficial, nutritious food for those on a ketogenic diet.
Avocado Chips: Net Carbs
I got 18 crispy chips from this recipe. Each of these chips has only 0.3 grams of net carbs and 31 kcal.
You can eat avocado chips alone as a salty snack. Or you can pair it with a dipping sauce like guacamole or salsa. I ate it with “Keto Ketchup” that I made and I liked it very much.
You can also make avocado chips by slicing avocados into thin slices and seasoning them. You can then flavor the slices with spices and herbs of your choice. Generally, salt, black pepper, garlic powder and red pepper powder are used. These seasonings are great to capture the taste of cheese chips. I chose to make the mashed version with the same spices.
After seasoning, you can easily cook the avocado chips either in the airfryer or by laying it on a baking tray using parchment paper or silpat.
How to Make Avocado Chips?
First, mash a ripe avocado with a fork.
Add grated cheese into it. You can use any spices you like at this stage. I used garlic powder, chili pepper and salt.
Mix the ingredients and divide into portions on parchment or silpat. The thinner you make the chips, the crispier they will be.
Bake at 170°C or 340°F for 30 minutes until the chips are golden brown and crispy. The time may vary from oven to oven.
Your crispy salty avocado chips are ready. Enjoy your meal!
Avocado Chips – Baked Keto Chips
Ingredients
- 1 avocado ripe
- ¾ cup grated cheese 90g
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- First, mash a ripe avocado with a fork.
- Add grated cheese into it. You can use any spices you like at this stage. I used garlic powder, chili pepper and salt.
- Mix the ingredients and divide into portions on parchment or silpat. The thinner you make the chips, the crispier they will be.
- Bake at 170°C or 340°F for 30 minutes until the chips are golden brown and crispy. The time may vary from oven to oven.