Spiced Nuts and Seeds Mix (Printable Version)

Toasted nuts and seeds coated in warming spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and smoked paprika. A crunchy, healthy snack perfect for grazing or topping salads.

# What You Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup raw cashews
03 - 1 cup raw walnuts

→ Seeds

04 - 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
05 - 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds

→ Spices

06 - 1 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
12 - 3/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Binding Agents

13 - 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine almonds, cashews, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, turmeric, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and sea salt until well combined.
04 - Pour the spiced oil mixture over the nuts and seeds. Toss thoroughly until all components are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once at the halfway point, until golden and fragrant.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container for storage up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It features a perfect balance of savory spices and a hint of sweetness from maple syrup or honey.
  • This recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and dairy-free, catering to various dietary needs.
  • With only 10 minutes of prep time, it is a quick and healthy way to boost your daily energy.
02 -
  • Ensure you use raw, unsalted nuts to better control the overall flavor and salt levels of the mix.
  • Check ingredient labels carefully to ensure everything is produced in facilities that meet your allergen requirements.
  • An airtight container is essential to keep the nuts and seeds fresh for the full two-week period.
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