Eat Well Recipe: Seaweed Crisps with Nutritional Yeast [Snack]
These Seaweed Crisps dusted with nutritional yeast are a savoury, umami-packed alternative to processed potato chips. Seaweed is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet, providing essential minerals without the carbohydrate load that typically accompanies crunchy snacks.1
Seaweed Crisps with Nutritional Yeast
Prep time: 5 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 10 sheets Large Nori (sushi seaweed)
- 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil spray
- 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast (for a cheesy, nutty flavour)
- 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
- A pinch of fine sea salt (optional, as seaweed is naturally salty)2
Instructions & Method
- Prepare: Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut: Using kitchen shears, cut the Nori sheets into squares or triangles.
- Light Coat: Lay the pieces on the sheet. Lightly spray or brush with a very thin layer of oil. This helps the seasoning stick and ensures crispiness.
- Season: Evenly dust the seaweed with nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes. Watch closely, as seaweed can burn quickly. They are done when they feel brittle and stay firm when lifted.
- Cool: Let them cool for 2 minutes on the tray to reach maximum crunch.
Tips for Success: Staying Healthy & Preventing Diabetes
This snack is a powerful tool for diabetes prevention because it is virtually carb-free and high in iodine, which supports thyroid function and a healthy metabolism. The use of nutritional yeast provides a significant boost of B-vitamins and a complete protein source, which helps maintain energy levels without affecting insulin production.3
For those managing blood sugar, replacing high-glycemic snacks (like corn or potato chips) with seaweed helps eliminate "silent" glucose spikes between meals. Seaweed also contains fucoxanthin, a compound that some studies suggest can help improve insulin resistance and aid in fat metabolism.4 To keep this snack as healthy as possible, avoid using inflammatory seed oils; stick to avocado or olive oil. These crisps satisfy the psychological "crunch" craving while delivering magnesium, which is a key mineral that many people with pre-diabetes are deficient in.
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