Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts
This recipe takes the wonderful flavor of nuts to a whole new level. You'll love the combination of a little sweetness and a tad bit of spice. A great snack for the Daniel Fast or any time you need a protein boost.
Servings 6
Calories 196 kcal
- ½ cup raw almonds
- ½ cup raw pecans
- ½ cup raw walnut halves
- 1 tablespoon Date Honey
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon chipotle chile seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper (or use a silicone mat) and set aside. Put nuts in a large bowl. In a separate smaller bowl, mix Date Honey, water, olive oil, chipotle chile seasoning, and salt. Use a fork or small whisk to combine. Pour over nuts, and stir until well coated. Spread nuts evenly on baking sheet. Bake 1 hour, stirring about halfway through cooking time.
Cool and serve. Store in an airtight container.
Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about ¼ cup)
- Substitute any of the listed nuts with Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, or peanuts.
- Use red cayenne pepper in place of the chipotle chile seasoning (you may want to decrease the amount a little unless you like super spicy food!).
- This recipe can easily be doubled.
Calories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 18gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 4mg