Bariatric Carrot Fries
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Bariatric Carrot Fries is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled side dish built for life after weight loss surgery. This carrot fries recipe supports gastric sleeve (VSG), gastric bypass, and GLP-1 patients with high-protein, low-volume portions that satisfy without overfilling a post-op stomach.
Looking for the best low calorie French fries online? Our carrot fries only have THREE ingredients and are handmade not fried. These crunchy, sweet carrot fries are gluten-free, vegan and paleo-friendly.
Ingredients
- 10 Peeled Carrots
- 1⁄2 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Tablespoons Black pepper
- 3 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
- 2 Tablespoons Salt
- 1⁄4 Cup Olive Oil
Directions
Step 1:
Clean and peal some carrots.
Step 2:
To save some time, I'm carving these up in my mandolin.
Step 3:
Gently toss the carrot fries in the oil.
Step 4:
Sprinkle on the cheese and mix to coat before spreading on them in a single layer on a silicon mat or parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Step 5:
Roast in a a preheated 425F/220C oven until tender and lightly charred (about 16-20 minutes) mixing half way through. Jar up the rest for later!
Bariatric Portion & Prep Tips
Protein-first eating drives success after bariatric surgery. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends prioritizing protein at every meal and stopping at the first sign of fullness. Prepping carrot fries in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Carrot Fries recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this carrot fries recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat carrot fries after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled carrot fries fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion carrot fries after weight loss surgery?
Start with a half-cup serving, eat slowly, and stop at the first sign of fullness — a portion-control container like the BariBowl makes this automatic.
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