I always have nuts laying around in my house. Either roasted with spices or just raw, I love them all. It’s a great and healthy way for me to get a boost of energy and make sure I eat all the good fat and control my blood sugar to get me through the day at the computer or on the go at a photo shoot.
PrintCajun Style Roasted Almonds
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
Description
These Cajun Style Roasted Almonds are a flavorful and healthy snack, perfect for a quick energy boost with a spicy kick.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup of raw almonds
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of cajun spices (preferably homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the raw almonds, olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of cajun spices. Toss until the almonds are evenly coated.
- Spread the almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the almonds are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of cajun spices over the hot almonds. Toss to coat evenly.
- Allow to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Store the roasted almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cajun spices. These almonds make a great topping for salads or can be mixed with other nuts for a custom trail mix.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 7 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Love everything cajun, and love everything almonds! Perfect combo. Thank you for a fun idea!