Save This Spiced Nuts and Seeds Mix is a crunchy, flavorful snack featuring toasted nuts and seeds coated in warming, anti-inflammatory spices. It is the perfect choice for healthy snacking or as a nutritious topping to add texture to fresh green salads.
Save By combining protein-packed almonds, cashews, and walnuts with fiber-rich pumpkin and sunflower seeds, you create a satisfying treat. The light coating of maple syrup or honey perfectly balances the savory notes of smoked paprika and cumin.
Ingredients
- Nuts: 1 cup raw almonds, 1 cup raw cashews, 1 cup raw walnuts
- Seeds: 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas), 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
- Spices: 1 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), 3/4 tsp sea salt
- Others: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Mix Bases
- In a large bowl, combine the almonds, cashews, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
- Step 3: Prepare Coating
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup (or honey), turmeric, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and sea salt.
- Step 4: Coat
- Pour the spiced oil mixture over the nuts and seeds, tossing well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Step 5: Arrange
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 6: Bake
- Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the mix is golden and fragrant.
- Step 7: Cool and Store
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For the best results, use a spatula to stir the nuts halfway through the roasting process to ensure even heat distribution. It is essential to let the mixture cool completely on the tray, as this helps the coating set and gives the seeds their maximum crunch.
Varianten und Anpassungen
You can easily customize this mix by swapping in pecans, hazelnuts, or chia seeds. For a sweeter version, try adding 2 tablespoons of dried cranberries after the baking is finished. To make this recipe strictly vegan, always opt for maple syrup instead of honey.
Serviervorschläge
This mix is delicious as a crunchy salad topping, a garnish for savory yogurt bowls, or enjoyed simply on its own as a healthy, energy-boosting snack throughout the day.
Save With its vibrant golden hue and warm aromatic profile, this Spiced Nuts and Seeds Mix is a simple yet impressive addition to any pantry. Enjoy the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spice in every handful.
Cooking Questions
- → What nuts work best in this spiced mix?
Raw almonds, cashews, and walnuts provide excellent crunch and flavor absorption. You can substitute pecans, hazelnuts, or brazil nuts based on preference or availability.
- → Can I adjust the spice level?
Absolutely. Reduce or omit the cayenne pepper for a milder blend, or increase it for more heat. The smoked paprika and black pepper also contribute warmth without overwhelming heat.
- → How long do these stay fresh?
When stored in an airtight container at room temperature, the spiced nuts and seeds remain fresh for up to two weeks. For longer storage, keep refrigerated for up to a month.
- → Is this suitable for special diets?
Yes, this blend is naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and dairy-free. Using maple syrup instead of honey makes it fully vegan-friendly.
- → What's the best way to serve this?
Enjoy as a standalone snack, sprinkle over yogurt bowls, or use as a crunchy topping for salads and grain bowls. Adding dried cranberries after baking creates a sweet-and-savory variation.