Description
This Roasted Mixed Nuts recipe offers a flavorful, savory snack combining almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts tossed in olive oil and a blend of sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne pepper and rosemary. Roasted to golden perfection, these spiced nuts are perfect for a healthy snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Mixed Nuts
- 2 cups mixed raw nuts (such as almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts)
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent nuts from sticking.
- Prepare Nuts: In a medium bowl, combine the mixed raw nuts with olive oil or melted butter, then sprinkle in the sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, and finely chopped rosemary if desired. Toss thoroughly to coat all nuts evenly with the seasoning.
- Arrange Nuts: Spread the seasoned nuts in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure uniform roasting.
- Roast Nuts: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the nuts for 15 to 18 minutes. Stir the nuts halfway through the roasting time to prevent burning and promote even cooking. Roast until the nuts are golden and emit a fragrant aroma.
- Cool and Store: Remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, transfer them to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Notes
- For a slightly sweet twist, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey to the nuts before roasting.
- Nuts continue to crisp up as they cool, so avoid over-roasting.
- Store the roasted nuts in a sealed jar at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
