Carrot Bacon
Yes - you can make bacon out of carrots! This gluten free and vegan recipe makes bacon accessible to everyone!
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 180kcal
- 2 large carrots peeled
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp tahini paste
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
Preheat oven to 400F.
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Shave the carrots with a Y-peeler or mandolin slicer.
In a mixing bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, tahini, smoked paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Add shaved carrot and gently stir to coat with the spice mix.
Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes at least.
Arrange the carrot slices on a baking sheet, in a single layer.
Place into the oven and reduce heat to 350F.
Bake the carrots for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Cool before serving.
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg