Description
Discover a simple and healthy way to enjoy olives with this Olive Chips recipe. Thinly sliced and baked to crispy perfection, these olive chips make a delicious snack or a crunchy topping for salads, hummus, pasta, and pizza. Made with just a handful of ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired treat combines the rich flavors of olives with a touch of seasoning, perfect for a low-carb, vegan, and gluten-free option.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted black or green olives (or a mix)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of garlic powder or herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the Olives: Pat the olives dry using paper towels to remove any excess moisture which helps in achieving crispiness. Slice the olives thinly into rings or small pieces as preferred for even baking.
- Toss with Seasoning: Spread the sliced olives evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, toss them lightly with olive oil, sea salt, and a pinch of garlic powder or herbs to enhance flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours. Flip the olive slices once halfway through the baking time to ensure even drying and crisping. Towards the end, watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Cool Down: Remove the olives from the oven and allow them to cool completely, during which they will continue to crisp up.
- Storage: Once cooled, store the olive chips in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain their freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Use Kalamata olives for a richer, saltier flavor which makes for an excellent chip variant.
- These olive chips are perfect as a crunchy topping on salads, hummus, pasta, or pizza for added texture and flavor.
- Be sure to watch the olives near the end of baking to avoid burning as they can crisp quickly.
- If you prefer less salty chips, adjust the amount of sea salt accordingly or omit it entirely.
