Air Fryer Root Vegetable Chips Recipe – American Special
Craving a crunchy, guilt-free snack? These Air Fryer Root Vegetable Chips are a healthy snack alternative made from assorted root veggies—like sweet potatoes, carrots, beets, and parsnips—lightly tossed in olive oil, air-fried to crisp perfection with minimal oil. They bring out the natural sweetness of the vegetables and deliver satisfying crunch in minutes, perfect for dipping, snacking, or serving as a bright, flavorful side dish
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time30 min
- Total Time40 min
Air Fryer Root Vegetable Chips Ingredients :
- Assorted root vegetables: 1-2 of each (such as sweet potatoes, carrots, beets, parsnips, or turnips)
- Olive oil: 1-2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Optional seasonings: black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, or rosemary
How to make Air Fryer Root Vegetable Chips :
Prepare the Vegetables:Wash and peel the root vegetables. Slice them as thinly as possible (1/8 inch or less) to ensure even cooking. Use a mandoline slicer if you have one for consistent thickness.
Season and Toss: Place the vegetable slices in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add salt and any optional seasonings you like, then toss to coat evenly.
Preheat the Air Fryer:Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes.
Arrange the Chips:Arrange the vegetable slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can prevent them from crisping up.
Air Fry the Chips: Cook for 8-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Keep an eye on the chips, as different vegetables may cook at slightly different rates. Remove the chips as they become golden and crispy.
Cool and Serve: Let the chips cool slightly; they will crisp up a bit more as they cool. Serve as a snack or side dish.
Recipe Notes :
Slice thickness matters: Aim for thin, consistent slices (1/8 inch or less) to ensure even cooking and crispiness—using a mandoline slicer helps greatly..
Batch cooking tip: Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket—this allows each chip to crisp evenly without steaming.
Flavor variations: Personalize your chips with optional seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, rosemary, thyme—or go cheesy with a sprinkle of parmesan or nutritional yeast.
