The BEST Baked Garlic Spinach Chips Recipe (2024)

Twelve minutes feels like ETERNITY when your house is filled with the smell of Garlic Spinach Chips baking in the oven.

Twenty minutes ago, I sat and stared at an entire bag of fresh spinach leaves and thought, “How am I going to get my family to eat all of that before it goes bad?” I had no idea that this is where I would be now.

Salivating.

Staring into the oven window, impatiently.

Opening the door every 2 minutes to make sure everything is still there and not mysteriously eaten already.

If you’re looking at this photo and thinking that it doesn’t looklike an entire 10oz bag of spinach, you would be correct. It’s not.

I ate one chip, and then without even knowing it hadinhaled about 50 more. Before I realized it, I had already eaten over half of what I made.

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This is what’s left and I’m sad (not really) to report that the only opinion on taste you’ll get is from me because they probably won’t last til Ben gets home.

Go ahead and try them yourself and feel free to get creative with your toppings.

Some tips on making baked spinach chips

Most spinach chip recipes also simply go with dry spices (like garlic powder) but I highly recommend that if you have fresh garlic laying around – USE IT.

You can mince it or slice it, but either way it will taste one thousand times better than using Garlic Powder.

In my video you’ll see I add olive oil and mix by hand in a bowl to coat. I’ll be honest though, after making this a bunch of times, I’ve come up with a better way.

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I prefer to throw the spinach back into the bag it came in (so be careful when you open it) and add the olive oil and minced garlic directly to the bag.

Roll down the top and shake it around til everything is mixed up.

This way you don’t have an extra dish and utensil to wash!

Are spinach chips good for you?

Do you love to snack on chips, but don’t want to indulge in unhealthy junk food? If so, you’ll be happy to know that spinach chips are a healthy alternative!

But are spinach chips good for you? The answer to this question depends on the recipe and how they are made.

Some spinach chip recipes include unhealthy ingredients, such as vegetable oil, while others (like ours) are made with healthier ingredients, such as olive oil and just a touch of salt.

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Spinach chips are made from fresh spinach leaves that are dried and then baked. They’re a great source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and minerals such as iron and potassium.

And because they’re low in calories and fat, they’re a good choice for people who are trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy lifestyle.

So next time you get the munchies, reach for a bag of spinach chips instead of potato or corn chips!

Can I store spinach chips to eat later?

Unfortunately the answer is no, not really.

They do tend to get a little soggy and absorb the moisture in the air so these are one of those things you want to eat immediately.

But I’m pretty sure you won’t have any left after 15 minutes anyway!!

How to make baked spinach chips

Pre-heat the oven to 350.

Grab some fresh spinach. I had a 10oz bag of pre-washed, ready to eat in the fridge, but you can do it the hard way and buy/clean a bunch by hand if you like.

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Add the oil and garlic to your bowl and toss to coat.

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Then place in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Important: You don’t want them to overlap, or else they won’t get crispy.

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Add salt and pepper to taste and if you like spicy, try some cayenne too!

Bake at 350 for 12 minutes and then turn the oven off and let them sit for another 5 minutes.

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These taste amazing warm and I’m willing to bet you eat them all right up off the baking sheet (that’s what I did!).

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Here’s an idea – I’ll bet this would be amazing tossed with homemade Bacon Bits and put on top of your favorite hamburger! What do you think?

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Baked Garlic Spinach Chips

Twelve minutes feels like ETERNITY when your house is filled with the smell of Garlic Spinach Chips baking in the oven. These never even make it onto a plate or bowl. They get snatched up right off the baking sheet EVERY TIME.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 17 minutes mins

Course Snacks

Main Ingredient Vegetables

Servings 2

Calories

Ingredients

  • 10 oz bag of spinach washed and dried
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • pre-heat oven to 350

  • add olive oil and minced fresh garlic in a bowl. Toss the spinach and mix to coat (or you can use a ziplock bag)

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  • arrange spinach leaves in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper (You don’t want them to overlap, or else they won’t get crispy)

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  • sprinkle salt and pepper on top

  • bake at 350 for 12 minutes then turn off the oven and let sit for another 5 minutes

  • enjoy immediately!

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Keyword gluten-free, keto, low carb

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FAQs

Is frozen or fresh spinach better for dip? ›

I've been making spinach dip for years, but using fresh baby spinach in place of frozen, chopped spinach makes all the difference! If you've got a few extra moments, I highly recommend using fresh.

How do you store spinach chips? ›

Spinach chips are best when eaten the same day, but they do stay crispy for 2-3 days if stored in a airtight container in a cool, dry space.

How many calories are in spinach chips? ›

1 serving of baked spinach chips contains 147 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 11% carbs, 80% fat, and 9% protein. This is a good source of potassium (14% of your Daily Value), magnesium (23% of your Daily Value), and vitamin a (63% of your Daily Value).

Do you defrost spinach for spinach dip? ›

Ingredients for Spinach Dip

Spinach: Use frozen chopped spinach that has been thawed and squeezed to remove excess liquid. You can replace frozen spinach with fresh – cook 1 pound of fresh spinach, cool, chop & squeeze it to remove moisture.

How much frozen spinach equals a cup of fresh spinach? ›

Let's get into it. Frozen spinach is mechanically chopped, boiled or blanched, and then flash frozen. A single ten ounce package of frozen spinach usually equals one cup of greens once it's thawed and drained. To get that same cup with fresh spinach, you'd have to cook down about a full pound.

Is baked spinach healthy? ›

The leafy green is packed with nutrients, but you'll absorb more calcium and iron if you eat it cooked. The reason: Spinach is loaded with oxalic acid, which blocks the absorption of iron and calcium but breaks down under high temperatures.

Can you store spinach in a Ziploc bag? ›

To store spinach and prolong its freshness, first stem, wash, and dry it, pulling out any bad leaves. Place it in a plastic container or resealable bag. Then dampen doubled paper towels, wring them out, and lay over spinach. Seal the container and refrigerate spinach up to two weeks.

What are the health benefits of spinach chips? ›

This leafy green vegetable is packed with vitamins like A, C, and K, as well as minerals such as iron and calcium. Additionally, calories in spinach are low and carbohydrates while being high in dietary fiber. It's an excellent choice for supporting overall health and well-being.

How many calories in a bowl of homemade chips? ›

Homemade oven chips
NutrientUnit
kcal237
fat6g
saturates1g
carbs43g
4 more rows

How many calories are in a 8 oz bag of chips? ›

1241.69

Which is better, frozen spinach or fresh spinach? ›

We prefer frozen spinach over canned because it has better flavor and is lower in sodium. Plus, 1 cup of frozen spinach has more than four times the amount of nutrients—including fiber, folate, iron and calcium—compared to a cup of fresh spinach, so if you want to power up, do it with frozen spinach.

Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh? ›

Yep, that's right: One of the frozen foods we endorse here at Basically is spinach. Don't get us wrong, we still like its fresh counterpart for some things, but sometimes frozen is, in fact, better. Frozen spinach can be subbed in pretty much any place you'd normally be cooking raw spinach.

Why use frozen spinach? ›

Frozen spinach really comes into its own in cooking. So keep the fresh stuff for salads and get out the frozen for dishes that call for volume and less moisture (it's much easier to squeeze the water out of frozen spinach).

Does frozen spinach blend better? ›

Whether you opt for frozen or fresh spinach in your spinach smoothie, it doesn't really matter. Both count towards your daily intake of fruit and vegetables, so consuming either of them is a good thing.

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