Bariatric Chips: Parmesan Zucchini Chips
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Bariatric Chips: Parmesan Zucchini Chips is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled side dish built for life after weight loss surgery. This chips parmesan zucchini chips 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.
Got a craving for some chips? Well aren’t you lucky, that’s sort of what we do here! Here’s a chip you can can have and not feel guilty over. It;s super easy to make and if you’re a veggie lover- well- you’re going to love these.
Ingredients
- 1 Zucchini
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 6oz Parmesan Cheese
- 1⁄4 Cup of Olive Oil
Directions
Step 1:Prep
Preheat your oven at 400 degrees. The key to making these crispy is by pulling the extra water out of the zucchini. Slice up your zucchini and place the slices on a paper towel. While those are drying, let’s prep our ingredients.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, mix together the parmesan cheese, a tablespoon of salt, a teaspoon of pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika.
Step 3:
Place your dried zucchini into a bowl and drizzle olive oil all over the slices. Take your Parmesan mixture and dump it on top. Make sure every chip gets plenty of seasoning!
Step 4:
Place each chip on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Put these in the oven at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. You can serve these as is over top with some sour cream and onion dip. You can find the recipe for that here!
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 chips parmesan zucchini chips in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Chips Parmesan Zucchini Chips recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this chips parmesan zucchini chips recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat chips parmesan zucchini chips after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled chips parmesan zucchini chips fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion chips parmesan zucchini chips 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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