Sweet Potato Chips with Coleslaw


Instead of all the refined, empty carbohydrates with your game-day chip, try this spiced-up, vitamin-rich version. Top with a lightened-up coleslaw and use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a dose of lean protein.  

45 minutes  |  serves ~ 6 

For the Sweet Potato Chips You'll Need

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, cut into ¼ inch-thick slices
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste, optional

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F and line baking sheet with aluminum foil.

2. Mix together olive oil and cayenne pepper and brush onto sweet potato slices. Place on baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt to taste if desired.

3. Bake about 8-10 minutes on each side.
 

For the Coleslaw You'll Need

  • 3/4 c nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 3 c shredded cabbage or broccoli slaw
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar

 

Directions

  1. Mix together all ingredients and chill in refrigerator.
  2. Serve with sweet potato chips.

 

Nutrition Info per serving: Calories 159, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 0.7g, Carbohydrate 25g, Fiber 4.5g, Protein 5.5g

 

About the author

Rachel Berman is a registered dietitian, nutritionist, and director of nutrition for CalorieCount.com.

CalorieCount.com is a free online resource for those who want to live a healthy lifestyle. At no cost whatsoever, you can use Calorie Count to look up nutrition facts and view complete food labels for more than 250,000 foods. Members use Calorie Count as an online diet program, a nutrition coach, and a workout partner. 

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