The Top 29 Crispy and Crunchy Vegetable Recipes – Chips, Fries, Fritters and More!

Crispy and crunchy textures abound in this list of veggie fritters, chips, fries, and more.

Sometimes you just need something crunchy. Something crispy. Something that makes a satisfying snack, but is still considered Paleo. Enter super-crispy veggies: a nutrient-rich alternative to your traditional crispy snack options, like potato chips fried in unhealthy oils.

This list compiles options like veggie-based fries, chips, fritters, noodles, and even just straight up crispy roasted vegetables. Choose from options like crispy spiralized mixed veggies with the perfect chipotle lime dipping sauce, or anti-inflammatory turmeric plantain chips.

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There are also more unique offerings like savory carrot zucchini fritters, or crispy-crunchy and umami mushroom chips.

Not convinced? Perhaps you’ve tried to roast veggies but failed to get them to turn into crispy bites with those oh-so-delicious caramelized edges. We’ve been there. The following recipes ensure your veggies will be crisped to perfection so you can get your snack on.

Crispy Spiralized Vegetables

This recipe makes a crispy twist on spiralized veggies, while adding a creamy dipping sauce to balance out textures.

Recipe: The Organic Kitchen | Crispy Spiralized Vegetables 

Crispy Vegetable Fritters

Crisp up a smorgasbord of veggies by combining them into a savory fritter.

Recipe: Eat Well Enjoy Life | Crispy Vegetable Fritters

Harissa and Maple Roasted Carrots

Savor the combo of sweet and spicy in these roasted carrots, whose edges are perfectly crisped.

Recipe: Bon Appetit | Harissa and Maple Roasted Carrots

Kale Chips

Craving extra-crispy chips that are actually good for you? Look no further than kale, crisped to perfection.

Recipe: Paleo Grubs | Kale Chips

Baked Veggie Chips

These baked veggie chips are an excellent option if you’re craving a crunchy snack. Whip them up for movie night (or any time)!

Recipe: The Big Man’s World | Baked Veggie Chips

Baked Brussel Sprouts Chips

Kale has another contender when it comes to veggie chips: Brussels sprouts!

Recipe: PaleoHacks | Baked Brussel Sprouts Chips

Turmeric Plantain Chips

Plantains have a flavor reminiscent of potatoes, making them the perfect potato chip substitute. These have a dash of turmeric for a warming flavor.

Recipe: Natural Vitality | Turmeric Plantain Chips

Oven-Baked Tomatoes

Toasted tomato slices make a slightly sweet yet crispy snack, or even a topping for salads and soups.

Recipe: PaleoHacks | Oven-Baked Tomatoes

Paleo Carrot Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini and carrots are grated and crisped up to perfection in this gluten-free fritter recipe.

Recipe: Whole Life Challenge | Paleo Carrot Zucchini Fritters

Roasted Broccoli

A dash of oil turns simple broccoli into a crispy-roasted burst of flavor. Serve it as a regular weeknight side.

Recipe: Bon Appetit | Roasted Broccoli

Spinach Chips

Yep, you can turn spinach into chips! Add these nutritious greens to your chip regime for an amazingly satisfying snack.

Recipe: Rabbit Food for My Bunny Teeth | Spinach Chips

Baked Radish Chips

You’ve probably never thought about baking radishes, but trust us: the flavor is lightly sweet with a savory-crisp crunch that satisfies.

Recipe: A Zesty Bite | Baked Radish Chips

Roasted Onions

While these seem almost too simple to be this good, those caramelized edges speak for themselves.

Recipe: Chocolate and Zucchini | Roasted Onions

Mushroom Chips

Mushrooms have an earthy umami flavor that makes an excellent, unique chip idea. Grab a handful.

Recipe: KetoDiet | Mushroom Chips

Crispy Golden Eggplant Fries

Slices of eggplant are crisped into fries by rolling them in savory almond flour for a crunchy outer crust.

Recipe: PaleoHacks | Crispy Golden Eggplant Fries

Easy Beet Chips

Nutrient-rich, colorful beets easily roast into a crispy chip. Season them lightly or heavily for an earthy snack.

Recipe: PaleoHacks | Easy Beet Chips

Crispy Butternut Squash Chips

Butternut squash can get extra-crispy if you slice it just right. Toss in some rosemary and you have yourself a sweet and salty squash chip.

Recipe: Running to the Kitchen | Crispy Butternut Squash Chips

Nacho “Cheese” Kale Chips

These cheesy kale chips teach you to make your own cashew cheese for a hearty snack.

Recipe: PaleoHacks | Nacho ‘Cheese’ Kale Chips

Almond Butter Cabbage Chips

Peel apart a cabbage into chip-sized bites, and toss them in the oven for a low-calorie chip option, complete with a sweet dip.

Recipe: The Nourished Caveman | Almond Butter Cabbage Chips

Eggplant Fries with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Who knew eggplant could make a great fry? Pair it with this tomato sauce-based dip for a fully-rounded flavor experience.

Recipe: The Iron You | Eggplant Fries with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Carrot Chips

If you’re looking for a sweet yet crispy veggie option, look no further than carrots! Their natural sweetness is accentuated in this chip recipe.

Recipe: Running to the Kitchen | Baked Carrot Chips

Baked Coconut Plantains

Ripe plantains combine with coconut to make a crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside, delicious snack or side.

Recipe: Cooking Light | Baked Coconut Plantains

Zucchini Chips with Truffle Salt

Zucchini slices are awesome to crisp into chips because they make a great base for various spices, and even dips.

Recipe: Wholesome Yum | Zucchini Chips with Truffle Salt

Coconut-Crusted Taro Fries

Taro root has a flavor very similar to potato, making it an excellent substitute for french fries.

Recipe: Little Bites of Beauty | Coconut-Crusted Taro Fries

Baked Parsnip Chips

Parsnips are another root veggie that crisps up nicely into chip-like bites in your oven.

Recipe: Beauty and the Foodie | Baked Parsnip Chips

Root Vegetable Oven Chips

This recipe focuses on root veggies, giving you a decadent mix of healthy carbs with crispy edges.

Recipe: Silvia’s Cucina | Root Vegetable Oven Chips

Crispy Roasted Mushrooms

Mushrooms are roasted until crispy in this easy side dish.

Recipe: Food So Good Mall | Crispy Roasted Mushrooms

Crispy Garlic-Thyme Roasted Sweet Potato

If you roast sweet potato just the right way, its outer-edges will crisp up to caramelized perfection.

Recipe: The Clean Eating Couple | Crispy Garlic-Thyme Roasted Sweet Potato

Baked Turnip Chips

Turnips turn-up the flavor by turning into chips in this recipe (say that three times fast while you’re making them).

Recipe: The Lemon Bowl | Baked Turnip Chips

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