Spiced Nuts and Seeds Mix (Printable)

Crunchy toasted nuts and seeds coated in warming anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric and cinnamon.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 tsp ground turmeric
07 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
12 - 3/4 tsp sea salt

→ Others

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

# Directions:

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 (or honey), turmeric, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and sea salt.
04 - Pour the spiced oil mixture over the nuts and seeds. Toss well to coat evenly.
05 - Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of turmeric and cinnamon creates this incredible warmth that keeps everyone coming back for handful after handful.
  • They are the perfect make ahead snack that actually gets better after a day or two as the flavors deepen and settle in.
02 -
  • Do not skip the stir halfway through baking, or you will end up with some nuts burned while others remain under toasted.
  • These seem soft when they first come out of the oven but they crisp up significantly as they cool, so do not panic.
03 -
  • Buy your nuts and seeds from the bulk bin section to keep costs down and ensure freshness.
  • If your spices are older than six months, consider refreshing them, as they lose potency over time.
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