Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips Recipe

Introduction

Craving a healthy, flavor-packed snack with irresistible crunch? These Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips are the answer. Combining crisp cucumber slices with the bold, tangy seasoning of ranch, this easy recipe delivers snacking satisfaction minus the guilt. It’s a fantastic choice for anyone wanting a lighter alternative to potato chips that still feels fun and fresh—making this snack a hit at parties, lunchboxes, or as a midday pick-me-up.

Deliciously Unique Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips

What makes these cucumber chips truly special is their unique combination of texture and flavor. Thin cucumber rounds are seasoned generously with homemade (or store-bought) ranch mix, then dried into crispy, bite-sized chips. The transformation from cool, fresh cucumber to crunchy chip delivers a guilt-free snack packed with vibrant ranch flavor, perfect for dipping or munching straight from the bowl.

Preparing the Ranch Seasoning

For full, savory ranch flavor, you can use a store-bought packet or quickly mix up your own using dried dill, garlic and onion powders, parsley, and chives. Whisk the seasoning together and gently toss with your cucumber slices; the powder binds beautifully thanks to the cucumber’s natural moisture.

Assembling and Baking Your Cucumber Chips

After seasoning, arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack. For best results, dehydrate at a low oven temperature (or use a food dehydrator if you have one) until chip-like crispy. If you like, sprinkle a pinch of extra seasoning on the chips just after baking for an even bigger flavor boost.

Serving Suggestions for Show-Stopping Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips

Serve these cucumber chips as a solo snack or alongside healthy dips like Greek yogurt ranch, hummus, or cottage cheese. They make a great healthy side with sandwiches or as a crunchy topping for salads and soups. For parties, pair them with a platter of other veggie chips for an impressive, colorful spread.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 4 servings (snack size). Each serving of Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips is low-calorie—roughly 35–50 calories depending on seasoning and chip thickness. Packed with hydration, a little fiber, and far less sodium than packaged chips, you’ll want to keep these stocked in your weekly snack rotation.

Crunchy Ranch Cucumber Chips (Recap)

These chips are a delightful twist on classic snacking—cool cucumbers turned into crunchy, ranch-seasoned bites that win over both kids and adults. They’re flavorful, simple to make, and perfect for healthy meal planning.

💡Meal Planning Tip: Save this recipe to automatically generate an organized shopping list with all ingredients sorted by store section—perfect for efficient grocery trips and weekly snack planning.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a wire rack fitted over the sheet for optimal airflow.
2. Wash cucumbers and slice thinly using a sharp knife or mandolin for even chips (about 1/8-inch thick).
3. In a large bowl, lightly toss cucumber slices with olive oil to coat.
4. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and pinch of salt over the cucumbers; toss so every slice is evenly coated.
5. Arrange cucumber slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet—do not overlap chips, or they won’t crisp up.
6. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, flipping chips about halfway through, until they’re golden and crisp (baking times may vary by oven and chip thickness).
7. Remove from oven and let chips cool completely. They’ll crisp up a bit more as they cool. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Weekly Meal Planning

Keep your snack game strong all week with these chips! Save and schedule this recipe in your meal planner to plan snack breaks, generate precise shopping lists, and organize ingredients seamlessly with your other planned meals.

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically totals up ingredients across all your planned recipes—no more manual shopping list math
• Sorts grocery lists by store section for the fastest possible trips
• Avoids duplicate purchases and reduces ingredient waste
• Streamlines meal prep for a week of healthy snacks and meals

Pro tip: When batch planning several recipes, schedule your snacks and meals together to see exactly how many cucumbers or seasonings you need for the week—no more guessing or mid-week store runs!

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 90–120 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes