Description
Homemade Zucchini & Carrot Chips delight furry friends with a crunchy, nutritious snack packed with veggie goodness. Pups will wag tails and beg for more of these easy, wholesome treats that support canine health and happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 medium carrot, sliced thinly
Optional Flavoring:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 pinch dried parsley
Coating/Seasoning:
- No additional ingredients
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a low 250°F, preparing a baking surface with parchment paper or silicone mat for even drying.
- Carefully slice zucchini and carrots into ultra-thin, consistent rounds using a mandoline slicer for precision.
- Gently brush vegetable slices with a light coating of olive oil to enhance crispness and promote even dehydration.
- Arrange vegetable slices in a meticulous single layer across the prepared baking sheet, ensuring no pieces touch or overlap.
- Position the tray in the oven and allow vegetables to slowly dehydrate, transforming into crisp chips over 2-2.5 hours.
- Monitor chips periodically, rotating the tray if needed to prevent uneven browning or burning.
- Once chips reach a completely dry and crisp texture, extract from the oven and permit full cooling before offering to your canine companion.
- Store any remaining chips in an airtight container to maintain their satisfying crunch and preserve freshness.
Notes
- Slice vegetables uniformly using a mandoline for consistent crispiness and even dehydration.
- Avoid salting or seasoning chips, as dogs have different nutritional needs and sensitivity to additives.
- Pat vegetables dry before slicing to minimize moisture and accelerate the drying process in the oven.
- Experiment with other dog-safe vegetables like sweet potatoes or beets for variety in treats and nutrient diversity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg