Collard green chips

Collard green chips are a crispy, baked snack made from fresh collard green leaves, typically tossed in a small amount of oil and seasonings like salt, pepper, or nutritional yeast. This dish is a modern, health-conscious twist on traditional Southern U.S. cuisine, where collard greens are a staple vegetable.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very low in carbohydrates and high in protein for a snack, while being moderate in healthy fats from the oil. It is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants, with a rough calorie count of 100-150 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	50 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	5 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	100 mg
Vitamin K	450 mcg
Vitamin A	3000 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (approx. 28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Collard green chips are a nutritionally dense alternative to potato chips, transforming a hearty, slow-cooked Southern green into a light, crispy snack. They highlight a growing trend of reimagining traditional, nutrient-rich vegetables into modern, convenient formats.