Spicy Roasted Nuts: The Perfect Snack in 25 Minutes
I’m excited to share my Spicy Roasted Nuts recipe with you! If you have ever attended one of my Corporate Lunch & Learns, you know that I always have nuts on my desk. They are the perfect blood sugar-balancing snack because they contain protein, fibre, and fat. These three nutrients work together to slow down the release of sugar into the bloodstream, help keep our blood sugar balanced, and keep us feeling satiated for longer. Without these key nutrients in a snack, we are more likely to experience energy crashes, cravings, and that dreaded afternoon slump.
Just remember, when it comes to blood sugar balance and snacking, PFFs are your BFF.
Of course, we can just buy roasted nuts, and yes, that is much easier than making them at home. However, often the ones we buy are either made with inflammatory oils or high in sodium, or both. The ingredient list on something that should be so simple can sometimes be surprisingly long. When we make them at home, we get to control exactly what goes into them, turning a convenient snack into a completely nourishing one.
This particular recipe is for spicy roasted nuts, but if heat isn’t your thing, don’t worry. You can easily play around with the spice mix and create your own flavour combos! Think cinnamon and maple for something sweet, or rosemary and garlic for a more savoury twist.
You’re going to love my nuts! Sorry, I couldn’t help myself… does anyone remember that Slap Chop Commercial?
Spicy Roasted Nuts Recipe
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 25 minutes | Serving size: 2 cups
Ingredients
- ¾ cup walnuts
- ¾ cup almonds
- ½ cup pecans
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300F
- Place the nuts in a bowl and toss in the oil, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder and salt
- Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, stirring once or twice.
Healthy Snack Recipes Cookbook and Guide
Do you find yourself constantly reaching for convenience snacks that are high in sugar or processed ingredients? If healthy snacking is something you struggle with, I have created this guide just for you! It contains 9 healthy snack recipes that are super easy to make. They are designed to keep your blood sugar balanced and help you with sweet or salty cravings.
From Almonds to Walnuts: The Benefits of Every Nut You Should Be Eating
We always hear about snacking on nuts, adding them to your salads, or even adding nut butters to your desserts. Have you ever been told why you should do this?
Nuts are a nutritional powerhouse, packing three of the most important macronutrients into every handful.
- The healthy fats found in nuts (mostly unsaturated) support heart health and help keep you feeling satisfied between meals.
- Protein makes nuts a great plant-based snack, helping to build and repair muscle while keeping hunger low.
- Fibre supports healthy digestion and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Together, these three nutrients make nuts one of the most balanced and nourishing snacks you can reach for.
Not only are nuts full of these significant macronutrients, but they have tons of antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress.
Speaking of… April is Stress Awareness Month
This is the perfect time to start snacking on those nuts! Stress is bound to happen in life, and everyone struggles with it now and then… but chronic stress is something that we need to reduce. Stress is the root cause of disease, aging and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Adding all kinds of nuts to your diet will support you in how you manage your stress levels, due to those healthy fats that support your brain function. My Corporate Wellness Lunch & Learns can help support your team during stressful seasons.
So, which nuts are best?
Well, there isn’t one nut that gives you everything you need. Including all types of nuts in your diet is the best option to reach all kinds of benefits:
- Tree nuts like walnuts, pecans and chestnuts have the highest antioxidant levels
- Almonds are a great source of fibre, Vitamin E, and Magnesium
- Walnuts support brain and heart health
- Pistachios are high in protein
- Brazil Nuts offer Selenium, which is important for thyroid health
- Cashews are rich in Magnesium and Copper
Want To Add Even More Nuts & Seeds to Your Diet? Check These Recipes Out:
Dill Pickle Crispy Chickpeas
These Dill Pickle Crispy Chickpeas are not only one of my favourite snacks, but one of my most popular snack recipes; and honestly, it’s not hard to see why. The combination of that satisfying crunch with the tangy flavour of dill pickle is just completely addictive. Whether you are reaching for them as a mid-day snack to power you through the afternoon, tossing them into a lunch bowl for some extra crunch, or sprinkling them over a salad in place of croutons, these little chickpeas never disappoint.
But beyond how delicious they are, chickpeas are a seriously impressive little legume when it comes to nutrition.
They are packed with plant-based protein, which helps keep your muscles strong and stomach full. They are also an excellent source of fibre, which supports healthy digestion, feeds your gut microbiome, and helps keep your blood sugar nice and steady throughout the day. On top of that, chickpeas are loaded with essential nutrients like iron, folate, magnesium, and zinc; all things our bodies need to function at their best, especially during busy, demanding days.
Get my Crispy Chickpea Recipe.
Pumpkin Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
I know that pumpkin is typically more of a fall flavour, but let’s be honest, it’s just as delicious all year round! These Pumpkin Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds are one of my absolute favourite snacks, and once you try them, I think they will become one of yours too.
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, may be small, but they are mighty when it comes to nutrition.
They are one of the best plant-based sources of magnesium. A mineral that most of us simply do not get enough of, and that plays a key role in muscle function, energy production, and blood sugar regulation. They are also packed with zinc to help support your immune system, which is especially important right now with all the germs and sickness going around. On top of that, pumpkin seeds are a great source of plant-based protein, healthy fats, fibre, and antioxidants, making them one of the most well-rounded snacks you can reach for during the day.
And the best part? This recipe is incredibly simple to make and uses just a handful of wholesome ingredients. No inflammatory oils, no additives, just real, nourishing food that actually tastes good. You are going to want to make this recipe right away.
