Refreshing Ranch Cucumber Chips (Printable Version)

Crispy cucumber chips seasoned with tangy ranch herbs and spices

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced

→ Ranch Seasoning

02 - 1 tablespoon dried dill
03 - 1 tablespoon dried parsley
04 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
05 - 2 teaspoons onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried chives
07 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Coating

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 2 teaspoons lemon juice

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline for even thickness.
02 - Place cucumber slices in a large bowl. Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl, then drizzle over the cucumber slices and toss gently to coat.
03 - Combine all ranch seasoning ingredients in a bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the coated cucumber slices, tossing to ensure even distribution.
04 - Arrange cucumber slices in a single layer on dehydrator trays or on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
05 - If using a dehydrator: Set to 135°F and dry for 2–4 hours, flipping halfway through, until chips are crisp. If using an oven: Preheat to 200°F and bake for 2–3 hours, flipping halfway, until chips are dry and crispy.
06 - Allow chips to cool completely before serving for maximum crunch.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • You get all the satisfaction of potato chips without the heavy grease or guilt
  • The ranch seasoning penetrates every nook and cranny, creating flavor explosions in each bite
  • They stay remarkably crispy for days, if you can manage not to eat them all immediately
02 -
  • Uneven slicing leads to uneven drying, so take your time with the mandoline or practice your knife skills
  • Overlapping slices will steam each other instead of properly dehydrating, so resist the urge to crowd your trays
  • The chips might feel slightly flexible when warm but will crisp up significantly as they cool completely
03 -
  • Set a timer to check and flip your chips every hour, as drying times vary wildly based on humidity and cucumber moisture content
  • Double the seasoning mix and store the extra in an airtight container for future batches or sprinkle on popcorn
  • If any chips come out slightly chewy instead of crisp, return them to the dehydrator for another 30 minutes to an hour

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