These crispy baked whole wheat tortilla chips are an easy, healthier alternative to store bought chips. Made with just 3 ingredients, this Mediterranean Diet snack is perfect for nachos, dipping into salsa, or everyday snacking. 🙌
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Whole Wheat Holy Goodness: A Better Base for Nachos
These healthy whole wheat tortilla chips are golden, crispy, and ready in just 10 minutes. Made with only 3 simple ingredients, they're the perfect Mediterranean diet snack for nachos, dipping, or everyday crunching.
A quick + healthy swap for a familiar favorite, they're also the perfect Mediterranean Diet snack if you're new to this pattern of eating. If you are new, be sure to check out my Mediterranean Diet Guide for Beginners.
Bake them once, and you may never go back to store-bought chips again.
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Whole Wheat Tortilla Chips: A Better Base for Mediterranean Diet snacks
These Mediterranean diet friendly tortilla chips are made with whole wheat tortillas for a more nourishing, fiber rich crunch.
They're:
- Perfect for my favorite ahi tuna nachos
- One of the easiest healthy swaps you can make when you're craving something crunchy
- Delicious with mango jalapeño salsa
- Top with these yummy tofu taco crumbles and your other favorite nacho toppings.
- Serve them with this fajita salad made using my favorite low sodium fajita seasoning.
- A simple way to upgrade your everyday snacking
With just 3 ingredients and 10 minutes, they're one of the easiest healthy swaps you can make.
Instructions
Cut tortillas into triangles
Season & bake
Load them up and enjoy!
Top Tip
Keep an eye on your chips! They can go from golden to black in a hurry.
👉 Transfer them off the hot baking sheet immediately to prevent overcooking.
Baked Tortilla Chips FAQ
Yes! The Mediterranean Diet recommends 3-6 servings of whole grains each day. And for good reason! Whole grains provide fiber which helps manage blood sugar and cholesterol and helps us stay full.
To keep baked tortilla chips crispy, make sure to:
1. Bake them in a single layer without overlapping
2. Watch closely to avoid overbaking
3. Transfer them off the hot baking sheet immediately
4. Letting them cool completely also helps them crisp up even more.
Traditional tortilla chips are not a Mediterranean Diet staple, but baked whole wheat tortilla chips can absolutely fit into a balanced Mediterranean eating pattern. Choosing whole grain tortillas and baking them instead of frying creates Mediterranean Diet option that is nourishing and still satisfies that crunchy snack craving.
More whole wheat tortilla chip goodness
Not sure what to eat these with? Try these:
📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil EVOO
- ¼ teaspoon (1 ½ grams) fine sea salt
Instructions
Preheat the Oven (or Air Fryer)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). You can use the convection setting if your oven has it or an airfryer. Just reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) for convection or air fryer.
Cut the Tortillas
- Use a pizza cutter to slice each tortilla into 6-8 triangle-shaped pieces, depending on use.
- For salsa or standard nachos → cut into eighths.
- For ahi nachos or appetizer-style chips → cut into sixths or fourths so they're sturdy enough to hold tuna or heavier toppings.
Arrange and Season
- Place all tortilla triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with EVOO and sprinkle evenly with salt.
Bake the Chips
- Bake for 5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. If using an air fryer or convection, check at 4 minutes and continue as needed.
- Remove immediately from baking sheet.
Enjoy!
- Serve warm with salsa, nachos, or as a crunchy base for Mediterranean-inspired toppings.
Anna Schraff says
I've been making these for years and they always hit the spot!