Spiced Almonds
Ounce per ounce, almonds are the most nutrient-dense tree nut. Spice up this healthy snack with sweet paprika, cayenne pepper and a touch of brown sugar
1 large egg white
2 tsp (10 mL) sweet paprika
2 tsp (10 mL) dark brown sugar
3/4 tsp (3 mL) salt
1/2 tsp (2 mL) Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper
2 cups (500 mL) natural almonds
Cooking spray
Active time: 10 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray as necessary.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg white, paprika, sugar, salt, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne pepper until well combined. Add the almonds and toss until evenly coated.
Transfer almonds to the parchment-lined baking tray and spread out to form a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes, until the coating is crisp. Almonds will continue to crisp as they cool. Allow to cool completely then break up any nuts that are stuck together. Nuts will keep up to 5 days in an airtight container. Makes 8 servings.
Per serving, 1/4 cup (50 mL):
Calories: 210
Total fat: 18 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Monounsaturated fat: 11 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.3 g
Protein: 8 g
Carbodyfrates: 9 g
Fibre: 4.4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 230 mg
Calcium: 96 mg
Magnesium: 97 mg
Potassium: 264 mg
Vitamin E: 9.4 mg
