Onion Bagel Chips

Crisp homemade bagel chips with onion flavor. Lower sodium version makes this a kidney friendly snack option.
Appropriate for: Low-phosphorus, Low-potassium, Low-protein, Low-sodium
Diet preference: Nut-free
Meal type: Appetizer, Snack
Season: Fall
Cuisine type: American
Ingredients
Yield:
32 Chips
  • 2 Plain Bagels
  • 2 tbsp Margarine, melted
  • ½ tsp Onion powder
Homemade bagel chips on a plate
Directions
Prep: 10 min, Cook: 20 min, Total: 30 min
  1. Cut each bagel in half vertically
  2. Place one bagel half, cut side down, on a flat surface and cut vertically into 8 slices
  3. Repeat procedure with remaining bagel halves
  4. Place slices on baking sheet
  5. Combine melted margarine and onion powder
  6. Brush over bagels
  7. Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes or until golden and crisp
  8. Remove from pan
  9. Cool completely
  10. Store in airtight container
Nutritional Information
Serving size: 8 Chips
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g
    • Total Sugars: 3 
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 6 g
    • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Sodium: 300–350 mg (depends on bagel brand)
  • Potassium: 90–120 mg
  • Calcium: 40 mg 
  • Phosphorus: 70–90 mg

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