Crispy Air Fryer Beet Chips Recipe

This delicious and crispy homemade beet chips recipe is made with just three simple ingredients and takes less than 10 minutes to bake when prepared in an air fryer.

Beets transform into crunchy, colorful chips that make a fun, nutritious snack—one that even picky kids often enjoy.

As a registered dietitian and a parent, I’m always looking for fresh, appealing ways to serve vegetables. Making homemade veggie chips is an easy way to add variety to family snacks, and beet chips quickly became a favorite after testing kale chips and other air-fryer snacks.

This recipe focuses on keeping things simple: beets, a little oil, and salt. The air fryer speeds up the process and gives reliably crisp results.

What is a Beet Chip?

A beet chip is a thinly sliced beetroot that has been seasoned and cooked until crisp. Unlike potato chips, beet chips highlight the natural sweetness and vivid color of beets while offering a vegetable-based alternative to traditional snack chips.

Ingredient Notes

• Beets – Also called beetroot, beets are nutrient-dense and naturally sweet. Their vivid color comes from antioxidants and plant compounds that may have anti-inflammatory effects. Beets also supply fiber, folate, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C.
• Oil – A light coating of avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil helps the slices crisp and boosts flavor. Use a small amount and apply with a fine mister or a silicone basting brush to avoid excess oil.
• Salt – Optional but recommended. Finely granulated salt works best so it seasons without overpowering the beet’s sweetness. Coarse salt can be too strong for thin slices.

How to Make Beet Chips

Below is a concise overview of the steps for air-frying beet chips. Read the full recipe section for exact ingredient amounts and details.

1. Trim the ends of each beet and remove any remaining root strands. Wash and scrub the skin well.
2. Slice beets into very thin, even rounds with a mandoline or handheld slicer. Aim for about 2.5 mm thickness for crisp, chip-like texture.
3. Arrange beet slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket so hot air can circulate freely.
4. Lightly brush or mist each slice with oil (optional) and sprinkle a little salt if desired.
5. Air fry at 300°F (about 150°C) for approximately 8 minutes. If needed, return them to the air fryer for an extra 1–2 minutes until they reach your desired crispness.
6. Allow chips to cool for a couple of minutes before serving; they will crisp up further as they cool.

Expert Tips

• If your beets still have greens attached, trim them about an inch above the root before cooking.
• Wash and scrub beets thoroughly; the skin does not need to be peeled.
• Use a mandoline for uniform thin slices. Cutting thin enough by hand is difficult and can lead to uneven cooking.
• A 2.5 mm thickness creates the best balance between crispness and durability. Thinner slices can burn more easily.
• Beet chips are crispest right after cooking—serve within 5–10 minutes for the best texture. If they soften, re-crisp in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.
• A high-quality oil mister or a silicone basting brush is safer and more effective than aerosol sprays for coating your air fryer basket or the slices.
• Always follow your air fryer manufacturer’s safety and usage guidelines. Different models may require small time or temperature adjustments.

Dietitian Tip

Veggie chips are an inviting way to introduce children to vegetables in a familiar format. If a child resists beets, presenting them as a “new kind of chip” or offering a favorite dip like yogurt or hummus can make the first taste more appealing.

Questions You May Have

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📖 Recipe

Best Air Fryer Beet Chips

Simple, crisp beet chips made with three ingredients and ready in under 10 minutes in an air fryer.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 8 mins

Total Time: 13 mins

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 22 kcal per serving

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Hand-held mandoline or slicer
• Silicone basting brush or oil mister
• Optional: cut-resistant gloves for safer mandoline use

Ingredients

• 1 beet, washed and scrubbed well
• 1/4 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin, optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Trim the beet’s tip and any root strands, then wash and scrub thoroughly.
2. Slice the beet on a mandoline set to about 2.5 mm for even, thin rounds.
3. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with a high-heat oil to prevent sticking.
4. Place beet slices in a single layer in the basket, avoiding overlap.
5. Optionally brush or mist each slice with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
6. Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 8 minutes. If they need more crisping, add 1–2 minutes until they are golden and crisp.
7. Remove and let cool for a couple of minutes to set the crunch before serving.

Notes

• Using a mandoline produces uniformly thin slices; wear cut-resistant gloves if you are slicing by hand for safety.
• There’s no need to peel beets if they are well cleaned; the skin crisps nicely and adds color.
• Do not use aerosol cooking sprays in air fryers; use a mister or brush instead.
• Different air fryer models may require slight adjustments in time or temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 22 kcal • Carbohydrates: 4 g • Protein: 1 g • Fat: 1 g • Fiber: 1 g • Sodium: 323 mg • Potassium: 133 mg